Watermelon radishes are a root vegetable that are green on the outside and pink on the inside, just like a watermelon fruit They grow much larger than regular radishes, ranging in size from a golf ball to a softball.

They are an heirloom variety of radishes that originated in China. Have a mildly sweet, peppery flavor, not the bitter flavor of garden radishes The center is the sweetest part, with the pepper taste extending along the outer edge.

– Radishes have been revered as a powerful food throughout history. – Greek physicians instructed their patients to each radishes to stimulate liver function and good digestion. – The Chinese have long believed in the healing powers of radishes because they are a rich source of anti-oxidants.

Vitamin C – fights infection Calcium – develops strong bones and teeth Anti-oxidants - lower cholesterol and blood pressure Folate – maintains new cells and prevents anemia Phosphorus- maintains strong cell membranes for good health Potassium – maintains fluid and electrolyte balances in the body