Keto Green Papaya Salad (Som Tum)
Bright, bold, and bursting with authentic Thai flavors, Keto Green Papaya Salad (Som Tum) is a refreshing, low-carb twist on the beloved classic. Crisp julienned green papaya, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tender green beans are tossed in a vibrant dressing made from fish sauce, lime juice, and keto-friendly erythritol, perfectly balancing salty, tangy, and sweet notes. A gentle kick of heat from bird’s eye chili and the crunch of roasted peanuts take this dish to the next level, while a sprinkle of fresh cilantro adds a fragrant finish. With just 20 minutes of easy prep and no cooking required, this keto-friendly salad is the ultimate healthy side dish or light meal option. Enjoy this crunchy and flavorful salad as a perfect pairing for your favorite low-carb main course!
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Ingredients
- 300 grams Green papaya
- 10 pieces Cherry tomatoes
- 50 grams Green beans
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 piece Bird's eye chili
- 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Erythritol
- 2 tablespoons Roasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
Directions
Step 1
Peel and julienne the green papaya into thin strips using a mandoline or a sharp knife. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the papaya.
Step 3
Trim the ends off the green beans and cut them into 1-inch pieces. Blanch them in boiling water for 1 minute, then drain and add them to the mixing bowl.
Step 4
In a mortar, pound the garlic cloves and bird's eye chili using a pestle until you achieve a coarse paste.
Step 5
Add the pounded mixture to the mixing bowl, along with the fish sauce, lime juice, and erythritol. Toss well to combine all ingredients, ensuring the dressing coats the papaya thoroughly.
Step 6
Roughly chop the roasted peanuts and sprinkle them over the salad.
Step 7
Chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the salad as a garnish.
Step 8
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more fish sauce, lime juice, or erythritol as needed to reach your desired balance of saltiness, sourness, and sweetness.
Step 9
Serve immediately as a fresh and crunchy salad with your favorite keto-friendly main dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (659.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 322.0 |
| Total Fat 10.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 1.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2617.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 66.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 26.9g | |
| Protein 11.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 149.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1422.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories