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Fresh Green Papaya Salad Recipe with Roasted Peanuts and Chili Lime Dressing

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A vibrant and refreshing Thai-inspired salad featuring crunchy shredded green papaya, roasted peanuts, and a tangy chili lime dressing. Perfect for light meals and quick preparation.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups shredded green papaya (about one medium papaya)
  • ½ cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped (unsalted, dry-roasted recommended)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 2–3 bird’s eye chilies, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce (or soy sauce/tamari for vegetarian version)
  • 1 tablespoon palm sugar or brown sugar
  • ½ cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • ½ cup shredded carrot (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel the green papaya with a vegetable peeler, then shred it using a mandoline or box grater into thin, matchstick-sized strips. Place in a large mixing bowl and set aside. (10 minutes)
  2. Bring a small pot of water to boil and quickly blanch the green beans for 1-2 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Add to the papaya bowl. (5 minutes)
  3. In a mortar and pestle, lightly crush the garlic and bird’s eye chilies until aromatic but not pasty. Add palm sugar and continue to pound until combined. Transfer to a small bowl and add fish sauce and fresh lime juice. Stir until the sugar dissolves. (5 minutes)
  4. Add halved cherry tomatoes and shredded carrot to the papaya and green beans. Pour the chili lime dressing over the salad and toss well to coat all ingredients evenly. (3 minutes)
  5. Roughly chop the roasted peanuts and sprinkle on top, reserving a few for garnish. Toss gently or serve some on the side for extra crunch. (2 minutes)
  6. Taste your salad and adjust seasoning as needed — add more lime for acidity, fish sauce for saltiness, or sugar to balance the heat. (2 minutes)

Notes

Shred papaya thinly for best texture. Toast raw peanuts lightly if using raw for better flavor. Adjust chili level gradually to control heat. Use fresh lime juice for best taste. Toss salad gently to avoid crushing ingredients. Store dressing separately if making ahead to keep papaya crisp.

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Keywords: green papaya salad, Thai salad, roasted peanuts, chili lime dressing, fresh salad, easy salad recipe, gluten-free, vegan option

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