Colorful Thai Salad Delight

Colorful Thai Salad Delight

A refreshing Thai-inspired salad bursting with vibrant flavors and textures, perfect for a light meal or as a side dish.

Ingredients

• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 cup black beans
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 cup shredded papaya
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 small chile pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 cup crushed peanuts
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro

Method

1. Start by taking a large mixing bowl and adding in diced tomatoes, black beans, slices of cucumber, and shredded papaya.
2. Incorporate minced garlic and finely diced chile pepper into the bowl, then carefully mix the ingredients to combine them.
3. In a separate small container, combine fresh lemon juice, tangy lime juice, fish sauce, and a pinch of sugar. Whisk until the mixture is smooth.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until all ingredients are well coated.
5. To finish, top the salad with crushed peanuts and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro just before serving.