Honey Free Radishes with Butter and Sea Salt
There is something quietly brilliant about a dish that asks almost nothing of you and still manages to feel special. These crisp, peppery radishes served alongside cold butter and flaky sea salt are a classic French-inspired snack or starter that tastes far more luxurious than the short ingredient list suggests. The sharpness of the radish against the cool, creamy butter is one of those combinations that just works, and the optional parsley adds a fresh, herby lift that makes the whole plate pop with color. Because this recipe relies entirely on whole, unprocessed ingredients — fresh radishes, unsalted butter, sea salt, and parsley — there is nothing hidden to worry about, making it a genuinely clean and straightforward choice. It comes together in minutes with zero cooking required, which means it is just as at home on a casual weeknight snack board as it is on a dinner party table. Serve it with extra flaky salt on the side so everyone can season to their own taste and enjoy that satisfying crunch.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
4 servings
- 2 bunches radishes (about 20 radishes), trimmed and scrubbed
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, cold
- ½ tsp flaky sea salt, plus more for the table
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Trim the root tips and leafy tops from the radishes, leaving a short stub of stem on each for easy handling. Scrub under cold running water until clean, then pat dry with a kitchen towel.
- 2
Slice the cold butter into thin rounds or small pats and arrange on a small serving plate or in a shallow bowl. Sprinkle the butter with the flaky sea salt.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!