Vegan Green Papaya Salad (Som Tum)
Crisp, vibrant, and bursting with bold flavors, this Vegan Green Papaya Salad (Som Tum) is a refreshing twist on the classic Thai dish. Made with crunchy shredded green papaya, juicy cherry tomatoes, tender green beans, and fragrant Thai basil, this salad is a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients. The zesty dressing—crafted from lime juice, soy sauce, garlic, chilies, and a touch of palm sugar—delivers the perfect balance of tangy, salty, and spicy notes. Garnished with roasted peanuts for added texture, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal dish for a quick lunch or a breezy dinner side. Whether you're looking for a healthy vegan option or a flavorful salad to liven up your meal, this Som Tum is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized green papaya
- 10 pieces cherry tomatoes
- 80 grams green beans
- 1 small carrot
- 10 leaves fresh Thai basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 pieces bird's eye chilies
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon palm sugar
Directions
Step 1
Peel the green papaya and remove the seeds. Use a julienne peeler or a knife to shred the papaya into thin strips. Place in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the papaya.
Step 3
Trim the green beans and cut them into 1-inch pieces. Add them to the mixing bowl.
Step 4
Peel and julienne the carrot. Add it to the bowl with the other vegetables.
Step 5
In a mortar and pestle, pound the garlic and chilies until they form a rough paste.
Step 6
Add the lime juice, soy sauce, and palm sugar to the garlic-chili paste. Mix until the sugar is dissolved and well combined.
Step 7
Pour the dressing over the shredded papaya and vegetable mixture. Gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 8
Roughly chop the roasted peanuts and add them to the salad along with the Thai basil leaves. Toss once more.
Step 9
Serve the salad immediately or let it sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 10
Garnish with additional Thai basil or chopped peanuts if desired before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (937g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 488.7 |
| Total Fat 11.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1340.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 95.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 52.5g | |
| Protein 14.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 218.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2136.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories