Green Papaya Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 medium green papaya (about 1 lb), peeled, seeded, and julienned
• 1 carrot (about 4 oz), peeled and julienned
• 1/2 red onion (about 3 oz), thinly sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (about 6 oz), halved
• 1 cup fresh cilantro (about 1 oz), chopped

Dressing:

• 3 tbsp fish sauce (Nam Pla)
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

None

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the green papaya, carrot, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, red chili flakes, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of the recipe):

• Calories: 80
• Fat: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 15g
• Protein: 2g
• Fiber: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Refreshing and tangy
• Crisp and crunchy
• Colorful and visually appealing
• Low-calorie and healthy

User Comments:

• "This salad is amazing! It's so light and flavorful, and the dressing is perfect." - Sarah
• "I love the combination of textures and flavors. It's a great addition to any summer meal." - John
• "This is the perfect salad for a hot day. It's so refreshing and easy to make." - Mary

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you can't find green papaya, you can substitute shredded green mango.
• Adjust the amount of chili flakes to your taste preference.
• Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.