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.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 168 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 limes, juiced
• ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste
• 3 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into small dice
• 1 pinch chili powder, or more to taste (Optional)
• 1 green papaya, peeled and shredded
• 2 cups cold cooked black beans
• 1 cup cold cooked corn

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.

Step 2

Blend cilantro, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, brown sugar, chili powder, and salt in a blender until smooth.

Step 3

Toss shredded papaya, black beans, corn, and red bell pepper together in a large mixing bowl; add dressing and toss to coat.