[header] How to eat daikon [title] Choose a daikon radish that's firm and smooth. [step] Look for a daikon radish that doesn't have a lot of wrinkles or dark spots. It should be firm and smooth. 
They range anywhere from 6 to 15 inches (15 to 38 cm) long, so choose one that's the right size for your recipe. [substeps] If you're just topping a salad with it, pick a smaller daikon.