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Ramps
The wild ramp, AKA wild leek, botanical name Allium tricoccum, is a flowering perennial plant that grows in clusters. It is a member of the Allium family along with onions and leeks
Calamondin Limes
The Calamondin lime is a cross between a sour, loose skinned mandarin and a kumquat, therefore technically making it an orangequat.
Salanova® Lettuces
Salanova® lettuce is a full-sized variety developed for the baby lettuce market. Botanically these varieties are scientifically known as Lactuca sativa.
Description/Taste
Purple Plum radishes are purple to burgundy in color. Purple Plum radishes have a petite, globe shape and are one to two inches in diameter. Its vibrantly hued, thin skin encases a bright white flesh. Topped with dark green leaves the Purple Plum radish’s texture is crisp and offers a subtle sweetness and pleasantly sharp radish spice.
Seasons/Availability
The Purple Plum radish is available year-round with a peak season in the spring.
Current Facts
The Purple Plum radish, botanically a part of Raphanus sativus, is a cruciferous root vegetable and a member of the Brassicaceae family. Unlike many other varieties of radish the Purple Plum is almost never pithy and stays crisp longer than most radishes. The Purple Plum radish is often included in mixed radish bundles and is one of the radishes found in the Easter Egg radish mix.
Nutritional Value
Purple Plum radishes are a good source of vitamin C and additionally provide potassium and magnesium.
Applications
The vibrant color of Purple Plum radishes make them ideal for use on crudité plates or sliced thin and layered on buttered toast or crackers. Chop and add to salsas, salads and slaws to add color and a radish spice. Roasting the Purple Plum radish will enhance their naturally sweet flavor. Its edible leaves can be added to salads or used in stir-fries and soups. To store, keep Purple Plum radishes refrigerated and use within one week for best flavor and texture.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Radishes such as the Purple Plum are known as a spring or table radish, a catagory of radishes that today are the most popular on the market in the United States.
Geography/History
A French heirloom variety the Purple Plum radish dates back to pre-1779 when it was mentioned in “Every man his own garden” by Thomas Mauve. Slow to bolt and more tolerant to heat than most radishes the Purple Plum radish is easy to grow and ready to harvest within thirty days of planting.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Purple Plum Radish. One
is easiest, three is harder.| Kalyn's Kitchen |
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Radish and Cucumber Salad |
| Tigers and Strawberries |
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Stir Fried Tofu, Bok Choy, Carrots and Radishes |
| High Ground Organics |
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Purple Plum Radish Salad with Cool Cilantro Honey Dressing |
