Best Papaya Salad Recipe

Looking for a refreshing and wholesome dish to satisfy your taste buds while staying healthy?

Look no further than the Best Papaya Salad Recipe.

Packed with vibrant flavors and nutrients, this dish is a perfect addition to your Whole Food plant-based diet.

The dish is commonly known as Som Tum or Papaya Pok Pok, is traditionally made using unripe or green papaya.

Unlike the ripe and sweet papaya varieties, green papaya is firm and has a neutral flavor, making it the perfect base for this refreshing and tangy salad.

The crisp texture and mild taste of green papaya provide a delightful contrast to the spicy, sour, and savory flavors of the dressing.

Here’s a plant-based recipe for our Best Green Papaya Salad Recipe:

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Best Papaya Salad Recipe

This plant-based recipe for Fresh Green Papaya Salad showcases the tangy, spicy, and umami flavors that are characteristic of SE Asian cuisine.

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Active Time5 minutes mins

Resting Time15 minutes mins

Total Time30 minutes mins

Course: Salad

Cuisine: SE Asian

Keyword: fresh salad, spicy, plant based, no cook

Yield: 2 people

Author: Plantaful Life Team

Cost: $15.

Equipment

• 1 Sharp Knife
• 1 Julienne Maker Tool Optional

Materials

Main Ingredients

• 1 Medium Green Papaya Peeled and Julienned
• 2 Medium Carrots Peeled and Julienned
• 1 Cup Cheery or Roma Tomatoes Halved or Chopped
• 1 Cup Green Beans or Long Beans Cut into 2" pieces.
• 1/4 Cup Roasted Peanuts Optional Garnish
• 1/4 Cup Fresh Cilantro Rough Chop for Garnish
• 1/4 Cup Thai Basil Rough Chop for Garnish

Dressing

• 3 Cloves Garlic Minced
• 2 Thai Chilies Adjust to your taste.
• 3 Tbsp Tamari or Soy Sauce
• 3 Tbsp Fresh Lime Juice
• 1 Tbsp Date or Maple Syrup Can also use Palm Sugar
• 2 Tbsp Rice Vinegar
• 1 Tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil Optional
• 1 Tbsp Vegan Fish Sauce or More Tamari

Instructions

•  In a large mixing bowl, combine the julienned green papaya, carrots, cherry tomatoes, and long beans. Toss them together to evenly distribute the ingredients.
•  In a separate small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, Thai chilies, soy sauce, lime juice, maple syrup, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and vegan fish sauce (if using). This dressing will bring together the bold flavors of the salad.
• Pour the dressing over the green papaya mixture and toss well to coat the vegetables with the dressing. Allow the salad to sit for 10-15minutes to let the flavors meld together.
• Once ready to serve, garnish the green papaya salad with crushed roasted peanuts and fresh cilantro leaves for added texture and freshness.
• Serve the Fresh Green Papaya Salad as a refreshing appetizer or as a side dish to complement your main course. Enjoy its vibrant flavors and crunchy textures!

Notes

This plant-based recipe for Fresh Green Papaya Salad showcases the tangy, spicy, and umami flavors that are characteristic of SE Asian cuisine.

The julienned green papaya, along with the crisp carrots, cherry tomatoes, and long beans, create a visually appealing and refreshing salad.

The dressing adds a burst of zesty and savory notes, perfectly balancing the flavors.

Feel free to customize this recipe by adding additional ingredients like shredded cabbage, sliced bell peppers, or fresh herbs such as mint and Thai basil.

Adjust the spice level to your liking by increasing or decreasing the number of Thai chilies.

Indulge in the flavors of SE Asian cuisine with this delightful Fresh Green Papaya Salad.

It’s a perfect choice for a light and vibrant meal, packed with nutritious ingredients and bursting with authentic flavors.

Enjoy the crunch, the heat, and the tang in every bite as you savor the unique taste of this plant-based delight!

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Cheers,

Plantaful Life Team

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References:

Nutrition & Benefits of Green Papaya (Unripe Papaya) | Organic Facts