Radish Greens Soup

Transform overlooked radish greens into a velvety masterpiece with this Radish Greens Soup—an eco-friendly and flavor-packed recipe that highlights the often-discarded tops of radishes. Delicately sautéed onions, garlic, and creamy potatoes form the base, while tender radish greens add a vibrant, slightly peppery punch to the blend. Pureed until silky, this nutrient-rich soup is enhanced with a swirl of optional heavy cream for an irresistibly smooth finish. Ideal for busy weeknights, it comes together in just 40 minutes, offering a hearty yet wholesome dish that's perfect for lunch or dinner. Garnished with fresh parsley, each bowl brims with rustic charm, making it a deliciously sustainable way to reduce food waste while savoring every part of the vegetable.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Radish greens (washed and chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Butter or olive oil
• 1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 medium Potato (peeled and diced)
• 4 cups Chicken or vegetable stock
• 0.25 cup Heavy cream (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the butter or olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced potato to the pot and stir to coat it with the onion and garlic mixture.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, or until the potato pieces are tender.

Step 7

Add the chopped radish greens to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes, or until wilted and soft.

Step 8

Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or carefully transfer the mixture to a stand blender to blend in batches.

Step 9

Stir in the heavy cream (if using) and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 10

Simmer the soup for another 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 11

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	925.5 grams (925.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	511

Total Fat 22.10g	28%
Saturated Fat 13.80g	69%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 67mg	22%
Sodium 1511mg	66%
Total Carbohydrate 62.40g	23%
Dietary Fiber 25.50g	91%
Total Sugars 10.50g
Protein 20.40g	41%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1282mg	99%
Iron 16mg	91%
Potassium 2632mg	56%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.5%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 47.1%