Veggies From A-Z

Daikon

Nutrition Information

1 serving = 338 g (1 radish)

  • Very high in Vitamin C (124% Recommended Daily Intake per serving)
  • High in magnesium (22% Recommended Daily Intake per serving)
  • High in copper (19% Recommended Daily Intake per serving)
  • Source of iron (10% Recommended Daily Intake per serving)
  • Source of calcium (8% Recommended Daily Intake per serving)
  • Source of Vitamin B6 (6% Recommended Daily Intake per serving)
  • Very high in potassium (767 mg per serving)
  • Fat-free (0.3 g per serving)
Look For

Long and slender radishes with smooth, shiny white skin.

To Store

Refrigerate it in a plastic bag for up to 3 days.

To Prepare

Trim daikon stem and root ends. Leave whole, slice, shred or chop, Daikon may be steamed, boiled or sautéed. However, remember that a shorter cooking time will preserve flavour.

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