Hawaiian Green Papaya Salad

This is my own version of a local favorite, papaya salad. It is wonderful to take to potluck or other gatherings, because it gets better with a few hours of resting time. 'Tis very nice with fresh ahi sashimi, brown rice, and a glass of icy Gewurztraminer. The sweetness of the wine softens the heat of the salad. Serve garnished with edible flowers or roasted sesame seeds.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 80 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 large tomato, cut into wedges
• 3 tablespoons sesame oil
• sea salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon sea salt
• 2 medium (blank)s red bell peppers, chopped
• 1 large cucumber, cubed
• 3 tablespoons coconut vinegar
• 4 medium green papaya, peeled and cut into chunks

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place bell peppers, tomato, and cucumber in a ceramic or glass bowl. Add vinegar, oil, soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon salt. Let marinate while you prepare the papayas.

Step 2

Chop papayas using a food processor.

Step 3

Pour papayas into a large bowl and sprinkle with more salt; let sit for 5 minutes.

Step 4

Transfer marinated vegetable mixture and extra marinade to papayas and mix well. Taste and adjust oil, vinegar, or soy sauce as needed. Refrigerate for 30 minutes for flavors to blend.