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Growing and Cooking with Radish Microgreens

Radish microgreens are the fastest, easiest microgreen to grow — and the most flavourful. Here's how to grow and use them in your kitchen.

Growing and Cooking with Radish Microgreens
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If you could only grow one microgreen, many experienced growers would say radish. They're the fastest to harvest (7–10 days), the easiest to grow, and they pack an incredible peppery punch that elevates any dish. Plus, they come in stunning colours — purple, pink, and red varieties add visual drama to your plate.

Why Radish Microgreens Are Special

  • Speed: Ready in just 7–10 days — the fastest common microgreen
  • Colour: Purple radish has stunning magenta stems. Pink radish is a softer rose colour
  • Flavour: A bold, peppery kick — like a radish concentrate
  • Foolproof: Extremely high germination rates and tolerant of imperfect conditions
  • No soaking needed: Plant straight from the packet

How to Grow Radish Microgreens

  1. Sow: Spread seeds densely on moist coconut coir (about 18g per tray). No soaking needed
  2. Cover: Blackout for 3–4 days. No weight needed
  3. Uncover: Move to light. Watch the stems turn purple/pink within 24 hours — it's stunning
  4. Water: Mist 1–2 times daily
  5. Harvest: Cut at 7–10 days when cotyledon leaves are fully open

Radish Microgreen Varieties

  • Purple Radish: Deep magenta stems, strong spicy flavour — the classic choice
  • Pink Radish: Softer pink colour, slightly milder — beautiful on plates
  • Daikon Radish: White/green, milder flavour, slightly larger leaves
  • Colour Mix Radish: A blend of all three — stunning visual variety in one tray

Best Ways to Use Radish Microgreens

As a Garnish

Radish microgreens are possibly the world's most beautiful garnish. A small pile on top of any dish adds colour and a flavour pop. Try them on:

  • Avocado toast
  • Eggs (scrambled, poached, or fried)
  • Soups (especially creamy ones — the spice cuts through the richness)
  • Tacos and Mexican dishes

In Salads

Mix with milder greens (lettuce, pea shoots) for a salad with layers of flavour. A little goes a long way — radish microgreens are intense.

On Sandwiches

Replace boring lettuce with radish microgreens for a flavour upgrade. They work especially well with:

  • Ham and cheese
  • Smoked salmon and cream cheese
  • Chicken and avocado

In Asian Dishes

The spicy flavour of radish microgreens pairs naturally with Asian cuisine. Add to:

  • Sushi rolls as a filling or garnish
  • Ramen bowls
  • Rice paper rolls
  • Poké bowls

A Note on Flavour Intensity

Radish microgreens are spicy. If you're new to them, start with a small amount and work up. The heat is similar to wasabi — sharp but brief, not lingering like chilli. Kids and spice-sensitive adults may prefer milder varieties like pea shoots or broccoli.

Ready to grow the fastest, most flavourful microgreen? Browse our radish seed varieties and growing kits.

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