Whole30 Green Papaya Salad (Som Tum)

Discover the vibrant and refreshing flavors of Whole30 Green Papaya Salad (Som Tum), a zesty twist on the classic Thai dish that's both healthy and irresistible! Packed with crunchy shredded green papaya, crisp green beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, and matchstick carrots, this salad offers an explosion of textures and colors. The tangy dressing, made with fresh lime juice and Whole30-approved fish sauce, is perfectly balanced by a hint of fiery bird’s eye chili and aromatic garlic. Toasted unsalted peanuts provide a delightful crunch, while a sprinkle of fresh cilantro brings herbaceous brightness to each bite. Ready in just 25 minutes with no cooking required, this salad is ideal as a light appetizer or a refreshing side dish for any meal. Perfect for Whole30 followers or anyone seeking a wholesome, flavor-packed salad, this recipe is a delicious way to elevate your clean eating game!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium green papaya
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup green beans
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 1 bird's eye chili
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1.5 tablespoons fish sauce (Whole30 approved)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted roasted peanuts
• 1 medium carrot
• 0.25 cup cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Peel the green papaya and use a mandoline or julienne peeler to shred it into thin strips. Place the shredded papaya into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl with the papaya.

Step 3

Trim the ends off the green beans and cut them into 1-inch lengths. Add the green beans to the bowl.

Step 4

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Slice the bird's eye chili thinly. Add both to a small mortar.

Step 5

In the mortar, pound the garlic and chili to form a rough paste using a pestle. This will help release their flavors.

Step 6

To the same mortar, add the lime juice and fish sauce. Mix well to combine and set aside.

Step 7

In a small skillet over medium heat, lightly toast the unsalted roasted peanuts until they become fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 8

Peel and cut the carrot into thin matchsticks and add them to the bowl with the papaya and tomatoes.

Step 9

Pour the prepared dressing over the shredded papaya mixture. Using your hands or a pair of wooden spoons, toss everything together to well coat the vegetables with the dressing.

Step 10

Roughly chop the cilantro and add it to the salad, mixing to combine.

Step 11

Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual plates.

Step 12

Sprinkle the toasted peanuts over the salad as a garnish before serving immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(871.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	433.5

Total Fat 10.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2278.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g	0%
Total Sugars 39.3g
Protein 14.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 209.9mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 1800.9mg	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: 20.4%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 67.9%