Green Papaya Seafood Salad

Bursting with vibrant flavors and nourishing ingredients, this Green Papaya Seafood Salad is a refreshing fusion of crunchy, tangy, and savory goodness. Featuring crisp green papaya, succulent shrimp, and tender squid, this Thai-inspired dish is perfectly balanced with a zesty lime and fish sauce dressing that ties everything together. Accented by sweet cherry tomatoes, fresh cilantro, mint leaves, and a sprinkle of toasted peanuts for a delightful crunch, this salad is a feast for the senses. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, this light yet satisfying salad is perfect as a starter or a main course on warm days. Dive into this healthy, seafood-packed delight and transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise! Keywords: green papaya salad, seafood salad, healthy Thai recipes, lime dressing, shrimp and squid salad.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium-sized (about 500g) Green papaya
• 200 grams Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 100 grams Squid (cleaned and sliced into rings)
• 10 pieces Cherry tomatoes
• 1 small (shredded) Carrot
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons Peanuts (toasted and roughly chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 2 cloves (finely minced) Garlic
• 1 piece Red chili (optional, finely chopped)
• 4 cups Water
• 1 bowl (for cooling seafood) Ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

Peel the green papaya and remove the seeds. Shred the green papaya into thin strips using a julienne peeler or grater and set aside.

Step 2

Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.

Step 3

In the same water, cook the squid rings for 1-2 minutes, or until they turn tender and opaque. Quickly transfer the squid to the bowl of ice water with the shrimp.

Step 4

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and shred the carrot into thin strips. Combine the shredded papaya, carrot, cherry tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and mint leaves in a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

For the dressing, whisk together the fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, minced garlic, and chopped red chili (if using) in a small bowl until the sugar dissolves.

Step 6

Drain the shrimp and squid from the ice water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Add the seafood to the mixing bowl with the vegetables.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine, ensuring the dressing coats everything evenly.

Step 8

Transfer the salad to a serving dish and top with toasted peanuts for extra crunch. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2393.2 grams (2393.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	749

Total Fat 12.90g	17%
Saturated Fat 2.50g	13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 624mg	208%
Sodium 3314mg	144%
Total Carbohydrate 97.10g	35%
Dietary Fiber 14.20g	51%
Total Sugars 52.00g
Protein 77.00g	154%

Vitamin D 358IU	1788%
Calcium 358mg	28%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 2655mg	56%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.3%

Protein: 37.9%

Carbs: 47.8%