Thai-style green papaya salad
Thai-style green papaya salad, known as Som Tum, is a vibrant and refreshing salad originating from Thailand. It traditionally features shredded unripe papaya, tomatoes, green beans, peanuts, and a tangy dressing made from lime, fish sauce, and chilies, though variations often substitute ingredients like carrots or cucumbers for the papaya.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is typically low in carbohydrates and fat, while providing a good source of vitamins A and C, along with some plant-based protein from peanuts. A standard serving generally ranges from 150 to 250 calories, depending on the specific ingredients and dressing used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 90 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 14 g |
| Fat | 3.5 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Vitamin C | 45 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 µg RAE |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Manganese | 0.6 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Calcium | 50 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.15 mg |
| Folate | 35 µg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Som Tum is a beloved street food staple in Thailand, celebrated for its bold balance of spicy, sour, salty, and sweet flavors. Nutritionally, using green papaya as a base offers digestive enzymes like papain and a high fiber content, making it a light yet satisfying option.
