Low Carb Green Papaya Salad (Som Tum)

Experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this Low Carb Green Papaya Salad (Som Tum), a refreshing and healthy twist on the classic Southeast Asian favorite. Packed with crisp green papaya, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy green beans, and roasted peanuts, this dish offers an exciting medley of textures and tastes. A zesty dressing made with fish sauce, fresh lime juice, and erythritol sweetener keeps the traditional tangy-sweet balance while staying keto-friendly. The bold kick from garlic and red bird's eye chilies is perfectly complemented by the fresh aroma of cilantro. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this low-carb salad makes an excellent appetizer, light lunch, or side dish for any occasion. Perfect for those seeking a flavorful, guilt-free dish that embodies the charm of Thai cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 small Green papaya
• 10 Cherry tomatoes
• 100 grams Fresh green beans
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 2 Red bird's eye chilies
• 2 tablespoons Roasted peanuts
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Erythritol sweetener
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Start by peeling the green papaya. Once peeled, use a julienne peeler to shred the papaya into thin matchstick-like strips. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the papaya strips.

Step 3

Trim the ends of the green beans and cut them into 1-inch pieces. Add to the bowl with the papaya and tomatoes.

Step 4

In a mortar and pestle, pound the garlic cloves and bird's eye chilies together until they form a rough paste.

Step 5

Add the roasted peanuts to the mortar and gently crush them, ensuring some larger pieces remain for texture.

Step 6

Transfer the garlic-chili-peanut mixture into the bowl with the vegetables.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix together the fish sauce, fresh lime juice, erythritol sweetener, and salt until the sweetener and salt are dissolved.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the papaya mixture and toss everything together thoroughly to ensure even distribution of the flavors.

Step 9

Garnish the salad with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2009.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	604.2

Total Fat 14.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3832.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 127.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.7g	0%
Total Sugars 67.2g
Protein 25.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 342.0mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 5282.4mg	0%

*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: 17.1%

Protein: 13.7%

Carbs: 69.1%