Crunchy Thai Green Papaya Salad

Name: Crunchy Thai Green Papaya Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 2 cups green papaya (shredded); 1 cup carrots (shredded); 1/2 cup green beans (blanched and cut into 1-inch pieces); 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes (halved); 1/4 cup roasted peanuts (chopped); 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped); 3 tablespoons lime juice; 2 tablespoons fish sauce; 1 tablespoon palm sugar (grated); 1 clove garlic (minced); 1 teaspoon Thai bird's eye chili (finely chopped)

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⏱️ 20m PREP

🔥 0m COOK

👥 4 SERVINGS

⚡ 150 CAL/SERV

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Overview

A refreshing and vibrant Thai salad featuring crunchy green papaya, aromatic herbs, and a zesty lime dressing.

Macronutrients per serving

grams

Protein

4.0g 14%

Fat

7.0g 24%

Carbs

18.0g 62%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C

50% DV

Supports immune function

☀️ Vitamin A

30% DV

Essential for good vision

🌾 Fiber

16% DV

Aids in digestion

🔺 Iron

8% DV

Important for blood production

🔺 Potassium

10% DV

Regulates fluid balance

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

2 cups green papaya shredded
1 cup carrots shredded
1/2 cup green beans blanched and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup cherry tomatoes halved
1/4 cup roasted peanuts chopped
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped

Dressing

3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon palm sugar grated
1 clove garlic minced
1 teaspoon Thai bird's eye chili finely chopped

Instructions

1 Peel and shred the green papaya and carrots, then place them in a large mixing bowl.
2 Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 2 minutes, then transfer them to an ice bath to cool. Drain and add to the mixing bowl.
3 Add halved cherry tomatoes and chopped roasted peanuts to the bowl with the vegetables.
4 In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, grated palm sugar, minced garlic, and chopped chili to make the dressing.
5 Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently toss everything together until well combined.
6 Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the salad and toss again lightly.
7 Transfer the salad to a serving platter and garnish with additional peanuts and cilantro if desired.