Keto Green Papaya Salad (Som Tum)
Discover the vibrant flavors of **Keto Green Papaya Salad (Som Tum)**, a low-carb twist on the beloved Thai classic! This refreshing recipe combines crisp, julienned green papaya with juicy cherry tomatoes, tender green beans, and a burst of aromatic garlic and bird's eye chili. Tossed in a tangy, umami-packed dressing of fish sauce, lime juice, and keto-friendly erythritol, this salad perfectly balances salty, sour, sweet, and spicy notes. A sprinkle of roasted peanuts adds a satisfying crunch, while fresh cilantro provides a fragrant finish. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this quick and easy keto salad is a healthy, gluten-free side dish that pairs beautifully with your favorite grilled proteins or seafood. Packed with authentic Thai flavors and perfect for a low-carb lifestyle, this dish is a must-try for anyone seeking a fresh and delicious addition to their keto meal repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Green papaya
- 10 pieces Cherry tomatoes
- 50 grams Green beans
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 piece Bird's eye chili
- 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Erythritol
- 2 tablespoons Roasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
Instructions
Peel and julienne the green papaya into thin strips using a mandoline or a sharp knife. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the papaya.
Trim the ends off the green beans and cut them into 1-inch pieces. Blanch them in boiling water for 1 minute, then drain and add them to the mixing bowl.
In a mortar, pound the garlic cloves and bird's eye chili using a pestle until you achieve a coarse paste.
Add the pounded mixture to the mixing bowl, along with the fish sauce, lime juice, and erythritol. Toss well to combine all ingredients, ensuring the dressing coats the papaya thoroughly.
Roughly chop the roasted peanuts and sprinkle them over the salad.
Chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the salad as a garnish.
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more fish sauce, lime juice, or erythritol as needed to reach your desired balance of saltiness, sourness, and sweetness.
Serve immediately as a fresh and crunchy salad with your favorite keto-friendly main dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
322 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.9 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2617 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.8 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.9 g | ||
| Protein | 11.5 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1422 mg | 30% | |
*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.
