Mexican Green Papaya Salad

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Green papaya is usually found in Asian, Vietnamese, and Thai salads and dishes. I've taken the crisp crunchiness of green papaya and given it a Mexican/Tex-Mex twist! My kids love it when I use a bit less cilantro and chili powder.

Submitted by winnipegkaty
Updated on January 28, 2022
Prep Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Dressing:

  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste

  • 2 limes, juiced

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

  • 1 pinch chili powder, or more to taste (Optional)

  • salt to taste

Salad:

  • 1 green papaya, peeled and shredded

  • 2 cups cold cooked black beans

  • 1 cup cold cooked corn

  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into small dice

Directions

  1. Blend cilantro, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, brown sugar, chili powder, and salt in a blender until smooth.

  2. Toss shredded papaya, black beans, corn, and red bell pepper together in a large mixing bowl; add dressing and toss to coat.

  3. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

168 Calories
5g Fat
27g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 168
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 7%
Saturated Fat 1g 4%
Sodium 314mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate 27g 10%
Dietary Fiber 8g 28%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 6g 13%
Vitamin C 39mg 44%
Calcium 50mg 4%
Iron 2mg 12%
Potassium 433mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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