Nộm Đu Đủ Tôm Thịt

Nộm Đu Đủ Tôm Thịt is a vibrant and refreshing Vietnamese salad that combines the crunchiness of green papaya with the savory flavors of shrimp and pork, all tossed in a tangy dressing. This Paleo-friendly dish is perfect as a side or a light meal, showcasing the balance of textures and flavors traditional to Vietnamese cuisine.

Nộm Đu Đủ Tôm Thịt
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Vietnamese
280 kcal

Ingredients

  • Green papaya - 200 grams, shredded
  • Cooked shrimp - 100 grams, chopped
  • Cooked pork (lean) - 100 grams, thinly sliced
  • Carrot - 50 grams, shredded
  • Fresh mint leaves - 10 grams, chopped
  • Fresh cilantro - 10 grams, chopped
  • Lime juice - 30 ml
  • Fish sauce - 15 ml (ensure it's paleo-friendly)
  • Garlic - 1 clove, minced
  • Red chili - 1, finely sliced (optional)
  • Salt - to taste
  • Pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green papaya, shredded carrot, chopped shrimp, and sliced pork.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss well to combine all the ingredients evenly.
  4. Add the chopped mint and cilantro, and toss lightly.
  5. If desired, add the finely sliced red chili for extra heat and toss again.
  6. Serve immediately on a plate, garnished with additional mint or cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Carbs: 18 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in vitamins A and C from the fresh vegetables.
  • High in protein from shrimp and pork, promoting muscle health.

Tags

VietnamesePaleoSide Dish