Spicy Papaya Salad with Pepper
Cuisine: Asian
Categories: Vegetarian, Salads & Gluten-Free
This refreshing and zesty papaya salad with a kick of pepper is a perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors. The crunchy texture of the papaya and peppers combined with the nuttiness of the peanuts creates a delightful dish that is sure to tantalize your taste buds.
Difficulty: EASY
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Serving Size: Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe papaya, peeled, seeded, and julienned
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the julienned papaya, sliced red bell pepper, sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, honey, red chili (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the papaya mixture and toss until well combined.
- Top the salad with chopped peanuts before serving.
- Enjoy the spicy papaya salad with pepper!