Mexican Green Papaya Salad
Green papaya is usually found in Asian, Vietnamese, and Thai salads and dishes. I've taken the crisp crunchiness of green papaya and given it a Mexican/Tex-Mex twist! My kids love it when I use a bit less cilantro and chili powder.
Green papaya is usually found in Asian, Vietnamese, and Thai salads and dishes. I've taken the crisp crunchiness of green papaya and given it a Mexican/Tex-Mex twist! My kids love it when I use a bit less cilantro and chili powder.
Ingredients
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¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste
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3 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
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2 limes, juiced
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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1 pinch chili powder, or more to taste (Optional)
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salt to taste
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1 green papaya, peeled and shredded
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2 cups cold cooked black beans
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1 cup cold cooked corn
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1 red bell pepper, cut into small dice
Method
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Blend cilantro, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, brown sugar, chili powder, and salt in a blender until smooth.
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Toss shredded papaya, black beans, corn, and red bell pepper together in a large mixing bowl; add dressing and toss to coat.
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Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
