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Green Papaya Salad Recipe
Amy

Green Papaya Salad

Green Papaya Salad is a vibrant explosion of flavors and textures that will awaken your taste buds. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this Thai-inspired classic that’s perfect for a light lunch or a side dish.
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Servings: 0
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the dressing:
  • 1 scallion, green and white parts
  • 1-2 teaspoons sesame oil Splash
  • A few inches lemongrass, coarsely chopped the food processor will do the rest
  • ½ cup cilantro
  • ¼ cup basil or mint
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • soy sauce Splash
  • ¼ cup coconut milk, light or full fat
  • agave syrup or a pinch of sugar Splash
  • Sriracha, to taste
  • 1-2 tablespoons lime juice Zest & juice of 1 lime
For the salad:
  • 1 green papaya, julienned about 3 cups
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 scallion, chopped
  • Extra scattered herbs that you might have left over from the dressing
  • Chopped, roasted peanuts, for garnish
  • Protein of your choice optional

Method
 

  1. Make the dressing: Pulse the scallion, sesame oil, lemongrass, cilantro, basil, garlic, soy sauce, coconut milk, agave, sriracha, and lime juice and zest in a food processor until combined but not pureed, so you can see course flecks of herbs. Taste and adjust seasonings.
  2. Assemble the salad with the papaya, bell pepper, and scallion and toss with as much or as little dressing as you like. Top with a protein, if using, and garnish with the chopped herbs and peanuts.
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