Curaçaoan Papaya Salad
This Curaçaoan Papaya Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that perfectly captures the flavors of Curaçao cuisine. The combination of sweet papaya, tangy lime, and spicy chili creates a delightful balance of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 1 ripe papaya, peeled, seeded, and diced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced papaya, sliced red bell pepper, chopped cilantro, sliced red onion, and minced jalapeño pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, honey, and a pinch of salt.
- Pour the dressing over the papaya mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 120 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fiber
- 5g
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 1g
Supplies
Large bowl Small bowl
Tools
Knife Cutting board Whisk
Serving suggestions
Serve the Curaçaoan Papaya Salad as a refreshing side dish for grilled fish or as a light and healthy snack on a hot day.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier kick, leave the seeds in the jalapeño pepper or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing.
Cost
$10