Low Sodium Som Tam (Green Papaya Salad)

Discover a vibrant twist on a Thai classic with this Low Sodium Som Tam (Green Papaya Salad)! This refreshing and healthy dish retains all the signature flavors of the traditional recipe—zesty lime, a hint of sweetness from palm sugar, and a touch of heat from bird’s eye chili—while using coconut aminos as a low-sodium alternative to fish sauce. Crisp shredded green papaya, carrots, and green beans are tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes and topped with unsalted roasted peanuts and fresh cilantro for an irresistible crunch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this nutrient-packed salad is perfect as a light appetizer, side dish, or a guilt-free snack. It's a delightful combination of tangy, sweet, and spicy in every bite, ideal for satisfying your cravings without compromising on flavor or health.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups (shredded) Green papaya
• 6 Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup (trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces) Green beans
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 (adjust to taste) Bird’s eye chili
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted roasted peanuts
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1.5 tablespoons Coconut aminos (low-sodium alternative to fish sauce)
• 1 tablespoon Palm sugar (or coconut sugar)
• 1 medium (shredded) Carrot
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Peel and seed the green papaya, then shred it into thin strips using a julienne peeler or box grater. Place the shredded papaya into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl along with the cut green beans and shredded carrot.

Step 3

In a mortar and pestle, combine the garlic and bird’s eye chili. Gently pound them together until they form a rough paste. Adjust the quantity of chili based on your spice tolerance.

Step 4

Add the palm sugar to the mortar and gently mix it with the paste until dissolved. Then, stir in the fresh lime juice and coconut aminos to create a tangy, low-sodium dressing.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the green papaya mixture. Toss everything together using clean hands or a pair of salad tongs to ensure even distribution of the dressing.

Step 6

Add the unsalted roasted peanuts and chopped fresh cilantro, then toss lightly to combine.

Step 7

Taste and adjust as necessary, adding more lime juice or a touch of coconut aminos if needed.

Step 8

Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish. Enjoy your Low Sodium Som Tam!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1683.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	630.3

Total Fat 12.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 721.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 128.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.5g	0%
Total Sugars 76.0g
Protein 18.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 328.6mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 3802.1mg	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: 16.2%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 73.1%