Som Tum Lao

Som Tum Lao is a vibrant and tangy green papaya salad that captures the essence of Thai cuisine with its bold flavors and refreshing crunch. This healthy dish is packed with nutrients and is perfect for a light lunch.

Ingredients

• Green papaya - 200 grams, shredded
• Carrot - 50 grams, shredded
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Long green beans - 50 grams, cut into 4 cm pieces
• Fresh lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Palm sugar - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Bird's eye chili - 1, finely sliced
• Roasted peanuts - 30 grams, crushed

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green papaya, shredded carrot, halved cherry tomatoes, and long green beans.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, grated palm sugar, minced garlic, and sliced bird's eye chili until the sugar is dissolved.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
4. Transfer the salad to a serving plate and top with crushed roasted peanuts.
5. Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Som Tum Lao!

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from fresh vegetables.
• Low in calories, making it a great option for weight management.

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