Description
This refreshing Lime-Chili Papaya Salad is the perfect tropical treat to brighten up your summer gatherings. Bursting with the sweet taste of ripe papaya and a zesty lime-chili dressing, each bite offers a delightful explosion of flavors that will transport you to sunlit beaches. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this salad is a must-try for light lunches or as a vibrant side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ripe papaya, diced (about 1 medium papaya)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup red onion, diced
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing thoroughly. Peel the papaya, slice in half, and scoop out seeds.
- Dice the papaya into uniform cubes and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice and red chili flakes.
- Add chopped cilantro, diced red onion, and salt to the papaya; pour the dressing over it all.
- Gently toss everything until evenly coated. Serve immediately or chill briefly for deeper flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (120g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg