Som Tum Salad

Som Tum Salad is a vibrant and zesty Thai dish featuring green papaya, fresh herbs, and a medley of flavors that tantalize the taste buds. This vegetarian version delivers the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy, making it an irresistible BBQ side dish.

Ingredients

• Green papaya - 200 grams, shredded
• Carrot - 50 grams, shredded
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Green beans - 50 grams, cut into 2 cm pieces
• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams, chopped
• Fresh mint - 30 grams, chopped
• Peanuts - 30 grams, toasted and crushed
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Palm sugar - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Thai bird's eye chili - 1, finely chopped (adjust for spice)
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green papaya and carrot.
2. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and cut green beans to the bowl.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, soy sauce, palm sugar, minced garlic, and finely chopped chili until the sugar is dissolved.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss well to combine.
5. Add the chopped cilantro and mint, and toss gently once more.
6. Top the salad with toasted and crushed peanuts before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C, supporting immune function.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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