Antibacterial radish leaves can also be consumed

Healthy radishes are rich in vitamins and antibacterial mustard oils
Fresh radishes are firm, firm and not burst. Their leaves are green and look fresh. A fresh test provides clarity: "If the ball yields with light finger pressure, the radish is no longer fresh", as reported by the Lower Saxony Chamber of Agriculture. And also the leaves can be consumed!

Rich in vitamins and healthy ingredients: the radishes. Picture: fotoknips / fotolia

Radish leaves too good for the barrel
Radish leaves can be used like fresh herbs. Its fine-sharp taste is suitable for refining soups, sauces and for preparing pesto. Finely cut leaves give salads a certain something.

Mid-May to Autumn from the field
From the local outdoor growing radishes are offered from mid-May to October. In the winter months, the supply is covered by imports. They reach into the early spring, where they are partially supplemented by domestic greenhouse radishes. The taste of outdoor goods is sharper. The longer growing time leads to an increased formation of mustard oils.

For storage in the fridge
Fresh radishes can be stored in the vegetable compartment of the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days. Be sure to remove the leaves. This prevents the balls from crumbling due to water loss. Then store the small root tubers in a damp cloth or a sealed can in the refrigerator.
Tip: If radishes have become slightly shriveled after storage in the refrigerator, they can become firm again after a bath in cold water.

Very healthy!
Radishes are healthy. They contain mustard oils, which are considered in natural medicine as a remedy. They are responsible for the fine-hot seasoning. These health-promoting substances belonging to the group of glucosinolates have an antibacterial effect. Studies indicate that mustard oils can inhibit bacteria in urinary and respiratory infections. In addition, there are indications that they have an inhibitory effect on the development of various cancers. In addition, the red balls contain a lot of vitamin C, potassium, good levels of folic acid and iron. (Pm / sb)