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Green Papaya Salad Recipe

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Prep Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins
Cuisine:
Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Calories: 120
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

A Fresh and Tangy Green Papaya Salad with Zesty Lime and Crunchy Peanuts

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Enjoy a refreshing and tangy Green Papaya Salad, a popular Thai dish combining shredded green papaya with crunchy peanuts, tomatoes, and a zesty lime dressing. Perfect as a side or light main, this salad offers an authentic balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors. It’s a versatile, healthy choice that can easily be made vegan, takes just minutes to prepare, and is packed with fresh vegetables and minimal calories. With zero cooking required, it's the perfect quick meal option for any occasion—light, crisp, and bursting with flavor. Ideal for those who crave bold tastes without extra calories.

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Ingredients
  • 1 small green papaya, peeled and shredded (about 2 cups)
  • 1 medium carrot, peeled and shredded
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
  • 4 green beans, sliced thin
  • 2 Thai red chilies, finely sliced (optional, for spice)
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon palm sugar (or brown sugar)
Instructions
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    1. Prepare the Vegetables: Peel and shred the green papaya and carrot. Place in a large bowl.
    2. Add Tomatoes and Beans: Add cherry tomatoes, sliced green beans, and chopped roasted peanuts.
    3. Make the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, and palm sugar until sugar dissolves.
    4. Combine and Toss: Pour the dressing over the papaya mixture. Add chilies for extra heat if desired. Toss until everything is evenly coated.
    5. Serve and Garnish: Serve immediately, garnished with extra peanuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 120kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g5%
Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
Sodium 400mg17%
Total Carbohydrate 24g8%
Dietary Fiber 3g12%
Sugars 10g
Protein 3g6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Tips

  • Adjust Spice Level: Customize the heat by adding or omitting chilies.
  • Serve Fresh: This salad tastes best fresh; it can get soggy if left for long.
  • Vegan Option: Substitute fish sauce with soy sauce for a vegan-friendly version.
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Nour Nouri
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