Pescatarian 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 like a treat. These crisp, peppery radishes served alongside cold butter and flaky sea salt are a classic French-inspired snack that belongs on any table. The contrast of the cool, crunchy radish against the rich, creamy butter is genuinely addictive — especially when a little extra salt gets involved. Fresh parsley adds a pop of color and a mild herbal note if you want to take it one step further. This kind of recipe is a natural fit for anyone eating a pescatarian diet, since it skips meat entirely while leaning on simple, satisfying whole ingredients. It comes together in minutes with zero cooking required, making it ideal as an appetizer, a light snack, or an elegant addition to a cheese and charcuterie spread. Keep the butter cold right up until serving — that's really the only trick you need.
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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.
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