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Mexican Papaya Salad

Mexican Papaya Salad

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Mexican Papaya Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings the flavors of the tropics to your table. This salad features sweet, ripe papaya paired with crunchy cucumbers and a zesty cilantro lime dressing, making it an ideal appetizer or side dish for any occasion. Not only is it quick and easy to prepare, but it’s also vegan and gluten-free, ensuring that it caters to a variety of dietary preferences.

  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 23 large handfuls arugula
  • 1/2 large ripe papaya, cubed (about 34 cups)
  • 12 small Turkish cucumbers, sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro
  • 3 tablespoons olive or avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 4 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon chopped scallion, optional
  • 2 teaspoons honey, agave, or sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • pinch chili flakes or Aleppo, optional
  • 1/4 cup toasted coconut, optional
  • 1 tablespoon thinly sliced jalapeño, optional

Instructions

  1. Soak the thinly sliced red onion in salted water if desired.
  2. Halve and cube the ripe papaya.
  3. Arrange arugula in a large serving bowl; add half of the soaked onions.
  4. Top with cubed papaya and sliced cucumbers; refrigerate if serving later.
  5. Mix all dressing ingredients in a small bowl; drizzle over salad just before serving.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and optional jalapeño slices.
  • Author: Sarah DuRoss
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: N/A
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg