Papaya Salad with Chicken and Cashews
A quick, vibrant salad with shredded green papaya, tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and a tangy dressing. Ready in about 20 minutes, perfect for a light weeknight meal.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
- 2 cups green papaya
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast
- ½ cup cashews
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup green beans
- 3 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine 2 cups shredded green papaya, 1 cup cooked chicken breast (shredded), 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, and 0.5 cup trimmed green beans (cut into 1-inch pieces).
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp fish sauce, 1 tsp sugar, and 1 minced garlic clove. Add 1 chopped red chili if you like heat.
- 3
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat everything evenly.
- 4
Fold in 0.5 cup cashews just before serving. Taste and add a pinch of salt if needed.
- 5
Serve immediately, garnished with extra lime wedges if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- Large bowl
- Small bowl
- Whisk
- Knife
- Cutting board
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