Thai Papaya Salad

Thai Papaya Salad, known as Som Tum, is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the crunch of green papaya with a medley of fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing. This vegan salad is both nutritious and tantalizingly flavorful, perfect for a light meal or a side dish.

Ingredients

• Green papaya - 200 grams, shredded
• Carrot - 50 grams, shredded
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Green beans - 50 grams, cut into 2-inch pieces
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red chili - 1, finely chopped (adjust for spice preference)
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Palm sugar - 1 tablespoon (or brown sugar)
• Peanuts - 30 grams, crushed
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped

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, mix the minced garlic, chopped red chili, lime juice, soy sauce, and palm sugar until well combined.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are well coated.
4. Add the crushed peanuts and chopped cilantro, tossing lightly again.
5. Serve immediately, garnished with extra peanuts and cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 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, promoting immune health.
• High in fiber, aiding digestion and promoting satiety.

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