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.

Curaçaoan Papaya Salad

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

  1. In a large bowl, combine the diced papaya, sliced red bell pepper, chopped cilantro, sliced red onion, and minced jalapeño pepper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, honey, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Pour the dressing over the papaya mixture and toss gently to coat.
  4. 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