You've probably had radishes in salads, but there are so many different ways to enjoy this crisp, refreshing veggie—and several reasons to eat them more often. Radishes, a cruciferous vegetable in the same plant family as kale and broccoli, offer some potentially impressive health benefits. Here are four major radish perks, as well as healthy ways to incorporate them into meals and snacks.
Radishes are low in calories and provide a range of nutrients
According to the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), one cup of raw radishes has fewer than 20 calories, just 4 grams of carbohydrates (nearly 2 grams as fiber), almost a gram of protein, and no fat. A cup of sliced radishes also provides about 30% of the daily value for immune-supporting vitamin C, as well as small amounts of B vitamins, potassium, calcium, iron, and magnesium.