Sautéed Radishes with Miso Butter and Spring Onions

Radishes are everywhere right now, in the garden, at the market, and definitely showing up in Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) boxes. But this recipe takes them beyond just a sliced salad topping or a simple garnish. It's about bringing together bold flavors and unexpected textures in a way that truly celebrates seasonal eating.

You'll use the whole radish, including the greens, for a punchy savory side dish that's as beautiful as it is waste-free. This is the kind of garden-to-table cooking that makes the most of what you have, with flavor that pops.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Quick and simple (ready in 15 minutes)
• Uses the whole vegetable for zero food waste
• Savory and packed with umami from miso butter
• Perfect vegetarian side dish for spring dinners
• Great with crusty bread or rice bowls

Ingredients

• 1 bunch whole radishes with greens (washed and trimmed)
• 1 bunch spring onions, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 shallot, finely minced
• 3 tablespoons white miso paste
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Olive oil, optional (for sautéing)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Seperate the radish greens.
Using a knife but the greens off the radishes and quarter the radishes.

2. Prepare the rest of the ingredients.

2. Sauté the aromatics.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic, shallot, and spring onion. Cook until soft and fragrant (about 3–4 minutes).

3. Add the radishes.
Add halved or quartered radishes and sauté until just tender, about 5–7 minutes.

4. Stir in the miso and butter.
Reduce the heat and mix in the miso paste and butter, coating everything evenly.

Variations

• Wilted greens? No problem. Dunk them in an ice water bath for 5–10 minutes to bring them back to life.
• No miso? Try a splash of tamari or soy sauce for a savory kick.
• Want protein? Top with a jammy egg or grilled tofu for a full meal.

Here are a few other garden to table favorites:

• Roasted Vegetables
• Garden Roasted Tomatoes
• Roasted Carrots with Brown Butter & Sage

Final Thoughts

This dish is proof that vegetables don't have to be complicated to be crave-worthy. With just a few ingredients and no waste, this recipe will become a seasonal staple in your kitchen.

Sauteed Radishes with Miso Butter and Spring Onions

Shannon Robison

A vibrant spring side dish made with sautéed radishes, their greens, and miso butter. This quick, umami-rich recipe uses the whole radish for bold flavor and zero waste. Perfect for garden-to-table meals and CSA box cooking.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 3 people

Calories 140 kcal

Equipment

• 1 Sautee Pan

Ingredients

  

• 1 bunch Radish tops removed, and quartered
• 1 bunch Spring Onion chopped, large
• 1 clove Garlic minced
• 1 small Shallot minced
• 3 tablespoon White Miso Paste
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil extra virgin
• Salt & Pepper to taste

Instructions

 

• Heat olive oil in sautee pan over medium high heat.
• Add garlic, shallot, and spring onion. Cook until soft and fragrant about 3–4 minutes.
• Add halved or quartered radishes and sauté until just tender, about 5–7 minutes.
• Reduce the heat and mix in the miso paste, coating everything evenly.
• Add radish greens and stir just until they wilt. Season with salt and pepper to taste.