Crunchy Thai Green Papaya Salad

Ingredients

• 2 cups green papaya, shredded
• 1 cup carrots, shredded
• 1 cup green beans, blanched and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 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

Method

1. 01
   Peel and shred the green papaya and carrots, then place them in a large mixing bowl.
2. 02
   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. 03
   Add halved cherry tomatoes and chopped roasted peanuts to the bowl with the vegetables.
4. 04
   In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, grated palm sugar, minced garlic, and chopped chili to make the dressing.
5. 05
   Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently toss everything together until well combined.
6. 06
   Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the salad and toss again lightly.
7. 07
   Transfer the salad to a serving platter and garnish with additional peanuts and cilantro if desired.