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Char-grilled radish halves served on a round plate with a copper saucepan filled with creamy jalapeño dip, garnished with fresh cilantro, and surrounded by whole radishes and a colorful plaid cloth.
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Grilled Radishes With Jalapeño Dipping Sauce

Grilled radishes are a smoky, tender low-carb alternative to roasted potatoes. Paired with a bold jalapeño dipping sauce, this dish is perfect as a zesty appetizer, a BBQ side, or a unique veggie snack. Quick to prepare and packed with flavor, it's a great option for anyone looking to spice up their grilling routine.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Appetizers, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: grilled radishes, jalapeno sauce, spicy dipping sauce, summer grilling
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 162kcal
Author: Chef Jenn

Ingredients

For the creamy cilantro dip

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup jalapeño finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 small garlic clove minced
  • ½ teaspoon lime juice
  • pinch ground black pepper

For the grilled radishes

  • 20 radishes trimmed and halved lengthwise
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted
  • 2 teaspoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon liquid honey
  • pinch ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Mix the mayo, sour cream, jalapeño, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, and pepper until fully blended. Cover and place in the fridge. You can make this dip ahead—up to 24 hours in advance.
  • Place the radish halves in a bowl and coat them evenly with melted butter, lime juice, honey, and black pepper.
  • Heat your grill to medium-high. Lightly oil the grates or use a grill basket if needed.
  • Lay the radishes cut side down directly on the grill. Close the lid and cook for around 5 minutes, flipping once, until tender with a light char.
  • Sprinkle the radishes with salt, toss gently, and serve while warm alongside the chilled jalapeño dip.

Notes

Chef Jenn’s Tips

  • Use radishes that are similar in size so they cook at the same rate.
  • A grill basket keeps small radishes from falling through the grates.
  • Sample the jalapeño before adding it all—heat levels vary.
  • Let the dip chill for at least 30 minutes to help the flavors blend.
  • Cold dip with warm radishes creates a perfect contrast.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 389mg | Potassium: 93mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 347IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 0.3mg | Net Carbohydrates: 3g