Heard of a Thai Green Papaya Salad? This is a dish that effortlessly combines deliciousness, freshness, zest, and healthiness into a single culinary masterpiece – you’re welcome! With each bite, you’ll experience a symphony of vibrant and contrasting tastes that awaken your senses, which we love!
The star of this salad is the green papaya itself, which is crisp, slightly tangy, and wonderfully refreshing. Its mild flavour acts as a canvas for the robust dressing made from a blend of lime juice, vegan fish sauce, coconut sugar, garlic and chilli. This combination creates a zesty and addictive dressing that elevates the dish to new heights. Trust me, the dressing is everything in this dish.
The medley of herbs and vegetables used in Thai Green Papaya Salad adds layers of freshness and nutrition. Fragrant Thai basil provide a burst of aromatic flavours, while crunchy green beans and cherry tomatoes offer a satisfying texture. The addition of roasted peanuts adds some great crunch and a hint of nuttiness.
Not only is this salad a delight for your taste buds, but it also boasts numerous health benefits. In case you didn’t know, the green papaya itself is rich in fiber, vitamins A and C, and enzymes that aid digestion. The abundance of herbs provides an array of antioxidants, while the dressing’s lime juice offers a tangy dose of vitamin C. The balance of flavours and ingredients creates a dish that is both satisfying and nutritious.
Whether enjoyed as a refreshing appetiser or a light main course, Thai Green Papaya Salad takes a simple salad to new heights.
Thai Green Papaya Salad
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If you're looking for a fresh and zesty salad, prepare to embark on a culinary adventure with the vibrant flavours of Thailand with my vegan Thai Green Papaya Salad! This traditional dish, also known as "Som Tum," combines the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy elements, creating a refreshing and aromatic salad that will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Southeast Asia. Seriously, worth the try! Plus, it pairs perfectly with fish or curry.
Ingredients
1 green papaya
1 cup cherry tomatoes
10 green beans
2 spring onions
1/4 cup roasted peanuts
- Dressing
2-3 limes, juiced
2 tbsp coconut sugar
1.5 tbsp vegan fish sauce
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 bird's eye chilli
1 tbsp water
salt, to taste
- Garnishes
Thai basil
Fried shallots
Fresh sliced chilli
Directions
Shred green papaya and place into the bowl.
Place tomatoes and green beans into a mortar and pestle and lightly bruise to release some of their juices. Place into bowl with green papaya. Slice spring onions and add to bowl with other ingredients.
Next, make the dressing by putting all dressing ingredients into a jar and shake up to combine.
Add roasted peanuts and dressing to salad bowl and mix well.
Add optional garnishes for extra flavour and serve. Enjoy!
@theconsciouscook_ Make this Thai Green Papaya Salad (Som Tum) with me! You will need: - green papaya - roasted peanuts - green beans - cherry tomatoes Dressing - monk fruit sugar - lime juice - chilli - vegan fish sauce - salt #saladrecipes #greenpapayasalad #thaipapayasalad #thaivegansalad #papayasalad #asiansalad #vegansaladdressing
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Notes
- If you can't find thai basil, you can omit here or replace with standard basil or mint for extra flavour in this recipe
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