Roasted Radishes with Garlic Chive Yogurt and Brown Butter Recipe
This Roasted Radishes with Garlic Chive Yogurt recipe transforms simple radishes into a flavorful, golden, and tender side dish. Roasting mellows the radishes’ natural peppery bite while bringing out a subtle sweetness. The creamy garlic chive yogurt adds a refreshing, tangy contrast, and optional brown butter drizzle introduces a rich, nutty finish. Perfect for an elegant appetizer or a unique accompaniment to your favorite meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Radishes
- 1 lb radishes, leafy ends removed, halved if large (may use traditional red, tri-color, or French breakfast radishes)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (can swap the olive oil for garlic-infused olive oil)
Garlic Chive Yogurt
- 227 g (1 cup) full-fat Greek yogurt
- 12 g (1/4 cup) fresh chives, minced, plus more to top if desired
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (can swap for 1 clove minced garlic or 1 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil)
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper, plus more to taste
Optional Brown Butter
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Flaky sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius) and line a baker’s half-sheet pan with parchment paper for easy cleanup and even roasting.
- Season the Radishes: Add the radishes to the prepared pan. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with kosher salt, cracked black pepper, and garlic powder. Toss by hand until all radishes are evenly coated, then spread them out in a single, even layer to ensure uniform roasting.
- Roast the Radishes: Place the pan in the oven and roast the radishes for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they develop a light golden color and become tender yet slightly crisp, stirring once halfway through if needed for even cooking.
- Prepare the Garlic Chive Yogurt: While the radishes roast, combine the full-fat Greek yogurt, minced chives, garlic powder, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper in a medium bowl. Fold with a spatula until well combined and set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Optional Brown Butter Preparation: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter, stirring occasionally. As the butter melts, it will foam and then change color from yellow to golden to a toasty brown. Once you see golden brown color with nutty fragrance and toasted bits, immediately remove the skillet from heat and transfer the brown butter to a heat-proof bowl to stop cooking.
- Plate the Dish: Spread the garlic chive yogurt evenly on a large plate or serving platter. Arrange the roasted radishes over the yogurt layer. Drizzle with the reserved brown butter, scatter lemon zest on top, and finish with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Radishes can be swapped with tri-color or French breakfast varieties for different flavor nuances and appearance.
- Garlic powder may be substituted with fresh minced garlic or garlic-infused olive oil for varied taste profiles.
- The brown butter is optional but adds a rich, nutty dimension that complements the roasted radishes and tangy yogurt beautifully.
- If you prefer spice, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the radishes before roasting.
- Serve warm or at room temperature for the best flavor experience.
Keywords: roasted radishes, garlic chive yogurt, side dish, roasted vegetables, easy vegetable recipe, brown butter
