Som Tum Thai

Som Tum Thai is a vibrant and refreshing green papaya salad that combines crisp vegetables with a zesty dressing, creating a delightful balance of flavors. Perfect as a light lunch, this vegetarian dish is both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Green papaya - 200 grams, shredded
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Green beans - 50 grams, cut into 2-inch pieces
• Carrot - 50 grams, shredded
• Cilantro - 10 grams, roughly chopped
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Brown sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Thai chili - 1, finely sliced (adjust to taste)
• Peanuts - 30 grams, crushed

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green papaya, shredded carrot, halved cherry tomatoes, and cut green beans.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and sliced Thai chili until the sugar is dissolved.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss thoroughly to combine, ensuring all ingredients are well coated.
4. Add the crushed peanuts and chopped cilantro to the salad, tossing gently to mix.
5. Serve immediately as a refreshing lunch dish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 7 g
• Sodium: 500 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 the fresh vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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