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Purple Ninja Radishes
Inventory, 24 ct : 1.13
This item was last sold on : 02/01/23
Description/Taste
Purple Ninja radishes are medium sized with an oblong shape coming to a thin point or tail at their tip. Their exterior skin is a vibrant purple hue and like many elongated radishes may have slight striations of darker color and fine hairs or short roots coming out of its skin. Their interior flesh is a star like burst of lavender to dark purple atop a white background. The radishes are capped with purple and green stems and green leaves. The radish offers a crisp bite and slightly spicy radish flavor.
Seasons/Availability
Purple Ninja radishes have a peak season in the spring and early summer months then again in the fall.
Current Facts
The Purple Ninja radish is botanically a part of Raphanus sativus and a member of the Brassicaceae family. A relatively new variety the Purple Ninja has received accolades for its vibrant purple coloring and superior radish flavor.
Nutritional Value
Purple Ninja radish provides a great source of vitamin C, particularly when eaten raw. Additionally, they contain flavonoids and the antioxidant sulforaphane. The leafy greens of the Purple Ninja radish are edible as well and offer even more vitamin C than the root of the radish.
Applications
Both the greens and root of Purple Ninja radishes are edible and can be used in a number of both cooked and raw preparations. Sliced thin the root can be used to add a spicy bite to sandwiches, crudité, sushi, soups, and ceviche. Sliced Purple Ninja radish can also be added to salads and stir-fries or prepared preserved and pickled. Sliced radish can also be roasted which will impart a sweeter and less spicy flavor. The greens can be used in lieu of other greens such as chard or kale and added to soups and sautés. To store keep Purple Ninja radishes refrigerated and used within one to two weeks.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Purple hued radishes have long been popular in Europe, China, and Japan. Their popularity in the United States, however, did not come about until fairly recent times beginning in the 1990’s.
Geography/History
Purple Ninja radishes were first released to the marketplace in September of 2015. They were created by Babé Farms in the Santa Maria Valley of California. Started by founder Will Souza in 1986 the farm was born by Souza’s travels in Europe, seeing there all the European produce varieties and baby sized vegetables. The Purple Ninja no doubt is a continuation of this inspiration as unique radishes such as this have long been popular in European countries. Distribution wise Purple Ninja radishes can be found when in season throughout the United States as well as parts of Canada and occasionally abroad.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Fairplay | San Diego CA | 303-870-0065 |
| Palmys | San Diego CA | 858-886-7111 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| The Guild Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-573-0289 |
| Saiko Sushi-North Park | San Diego CA | 619-886-6656 |
| Kairoa Brewing Company | San Diego CA | 858-735-0051 |
| Dija Mara 2021 | Oceanside CA | 760-231-5376 |
| Four Seasons Residence Club | Carlsbad CA | 760-603-6360 |
| Mister A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| Moniker Coffee Company | San Diego CA | 541-450-2402 |
| PFC Fitness Camp | Carlsbad CA | 888-488-8936 |
| Ju-Ichi | San Diego CA | 619-800-2203 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Boss Bird Kitchen | La Mesa CA | 858-566-9191 |
| Cutwater Spirits | San Diego CA | 619-672-3848 |
| Hotel Del ENO Produce | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Mothership | San Diego CA | 858-342-3609 |
| Lumi | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
| Monarch | Del Mar CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Toast Cafe | San Diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
| Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 619-944-1631 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| Kingfisher | San Diego CA | 619-861-8074 |
| The Flavor Chef (Catering) | Vista CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Cocina De Barrio | San Diego CA | 760-840-1129 |
| Lime in the Coconut | Chula Vista CA | 619-820-0961 |
| Sycuan Casino | El Cajon CA | 619-445-6002 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| Seneca | San Diego CA | 619-588-2411 |
| Gold Finch | San Diego CA | 619-804-2051 |
| Morgan Run Resort and Club | Rancho Sante Fe CA | 858-759-5473 |
| Mission Ave Bar and Grill | Oceanside CA | 760-717-5899 |
| Hilton Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-5200 x4234 |
| InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Fresco Cocina | Carlsbad CA | 760-720-3737 |
| InterContinental Banquet Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| The Guild Bar | San Diego CA | 619-573-0289 |
| Animae | San Diego CA | 619-925-7908 |
| Verbena Kitchen LLC | San Diego CA | 609-458-1672 |
| Morning Glory | San Diego CA | 619-629-0302 |
| Solare Ristorante Lounge | San Diego CA | 619-270-9670 |
| Garbatella Osteria Bar | Chula Vista CA | 619-651-1185 |
| Swagyu Chop Shop-PB | San Diego CA | 858-758-0357 |
| Madison | San Diego CA | 619-822-3465 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| MishMash | San Diego CA | 760-822-1097 |
| Seneca Bar | San Diego CA | 619-588-2411 |
| Addison Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-350-7600 |
| Cocina de Barrio Point Loma | San Diego CA | 858-349-2313 |
| Fishery | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
| Herb & Sea | Encinitas CA | 858-587-6601 |
| Crown Point Catering | San Diego CA | 619-223-1211 |
| University Club | San Diego CA | 619-234-5200 |
| Cove House | La Jolla CA | 858-999-0034 |
| Hotel Indigo | San Diego CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Mille Fleurs | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-3085 |
| Carte Hotel | San Diego CA | 619-365-1858 |
| Yoann Taboyan, Personal Chef | San Diego CA | 347-277-1958 |
| Miho | San Diego CA | 619-365-5655 |
| Craft House Sky Deck | San Diego CA | 619-948-4458 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| You & Yours Distilling (Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 214-693-6619 |
| Waverly | Cardiff CA | 619-244-0416 |
| The Shores | La Jolla CA | 858-459-8271 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Purple Ninja Radishes. One
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Spring Vegetable Salad with Buttermilk Poppy Seed Dressing |
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Santa Monica Farmers Market
The Garden of
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 8 days ago, 1/25/23 Sharer's comments : Purple Ninja Radishes from Valdivia Farms 
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Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock St Suite 150 San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 https://specialtyproduce.com About 53 days ago, 12/11/22 Sharer's comments : Purple Ninja Radishes from JR Organics 
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Near Fountain Hills, Arizona, United StatesAbout 53 days ago, 12/11/22 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Valdivia Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 113 days ago, 10/12/22 Sharer's comments : Purple Ninja Radishes from Valdivia Farms 
Virginia Park Farmer's Market
Weiser Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 117 days ago, 10/08/22 
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Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock St Suite 150 San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 https://specialtyproduce.com About 151 days ago, 9/04/22 Sharer's comments : Purple Ninja Radishes from JR Organics 
Solana Beach Farmer's Market
JR Organics
Near Solana Beach, California, United StatesEscondido, CA About 207 days ago, 7/10/22 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 228 days ago, 6/19/22 Sharer's comments : Purple Ninja Radishes from Valdivia Farms 
La Jolla Open Aire Market
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Near La Jolla, California, United StatesCarlsbad, CA About 235 days ago, 6/12/22 
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Valdivia Farms
Near La Jolla, California, United StatesCarlsbad, CA About 312 days ago, 3/27/22 
Little Italy Mercato
Rodriguez Family Farms
Near San Diego, California, United StatesSan Diego, CA About 341 days ago, 2/26/22 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 354 days ago, 2/13/22 Sharer's comments : Purple Ninja Radishes from JR Organics 
Giant Food Stores
Near Spry, Pennsylvania, United StatesAbout 356 days ago, 2/11/22 
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Valdivia Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesCarlsbad,CA 1-951-818-0917 About 365 days ago, 2/02/22 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 375 days ago, 1/23/22 Sharer's comments : Purple Ninja Radishes from JR Organics 
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Weiser Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 390 days ago, 1/08/22 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 403 days ago, 12/26/21 Sharer's comments : Purple Ninja Radishes from JR Organics 
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Weiser Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 418 days ago, 12/11/21 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Valdivia Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 428 days ago, 12/01/21 Sharer's comments : Valdivia Farms 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 438 days ago, 11/21/21 Sharer's comments : Purple Ninja Radishes from JR Organics 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 455 days ago, 11/04/21 Sharer's comments : Purple Ninja Radishes from JR Organics 
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Valdivia Farms
Near Fairbanks Ranch, California, United StatesCarlsbad, CA About 473 days ago, 10/17/21 
Mar Vista Farmers Market
Weiser Family Farms
Near Venice, California, United StatesAbout 494 days ago, 9/26/21 
Pacific Beach Tuesday Farmers' Market
Rodriguez Family Farms
Near La Jolla, California, United StatesSan Diego, CA About 534 days ago, 8/17/21 |
