Thai Green Apple Salad

Crisp, refreshing, and packed with vibrant flavors, this Thai Green Apple Salad is a zesty twist on traditional Thai cuisine. Featuring tart green apples and crunchy julienned carrots mingling with the sweetness of red bell pepper and the aromatic freshness of cilantro and mint, this salad delights with every bite. A tangy-sweet dressing made from lime juice, fish sauce, palm sugar, and garlic ties everything together, while a sprinkle of roasted peanuts adds a satisfying crunch. The subtle heat of Thai bird's eye chili makes it a true flavor adventure. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this colorful salad is perfect as a light appetizer or a refreshing side dish for your favorite Thai entrées. Bring a taste of Thailand to your table with this easy, vibrant recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Green apples
• 1 medium Carrot
• 0.5 medium Red bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves
• 3 tablespoons Roasted peanuts
• 2 stalks Green onion
• 1 small Thai bird’s eye chili
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon Palm sugar
• 1 clove Garlic

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the green apples. Core and julienne them into thin matchstick-like strips.

Step 2

Peel the carrot and julienne it as well. Set aside with the apples.

Step 3

Thinly slice the red bell pepper into strips and chop the green onion into small pieces.

Step 4

Coarsely chop the roasted peanuts and set them aside for topping.

Step 5

Finely chop the fresh cilantro and mint leaves. Additionally, thinly slice the Thai bird’s eye chili (adjust to taste).

Step 6

Make the dressing by mixing lime juice, fish sauce, and palm sugar in a small bowl. Grate the garlic clove finely and stir it into the mixture until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 7

In a large salad bowl, combine the julienned green apples, carrot, red bell pepper, green onion, cilantro, mint, and chili.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 9

Transfer the salad to a serving plate or bowl, and sprinkle the chopped roasted peanuts on top for a crunchy finish.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a light appetizer or as a side dish with your favorite Thai main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	693.1 grams (693.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	490

Total Fat 15.30g	20%
Saturated Fat 2.50g	13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2568mg	112%
Total Carbohydrate 87.40g	32%
Dietary Fiber 16.10g	58%
Total Sugars 59.00g
Protein 12.70g	25%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 130mg	10%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 1371mg	29%

*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: 25.6%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 65.0%