Author Notes
An ancient issue of Gourmet suggested that Granny Smiths could be substituted for the green papayas that make up one of my favorite Thai dishes. Unable to find not-yet-ripe papayas, I tried it, and the result was delicious. Since then, I've created several variations, but this one -- with its bright peppers, zesty mint and crunchy nuts -- is my favorite. —mg2157
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Ingredients
- Salad
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3
Granny Smith apples
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2
large carrots
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1
red bell pepper
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1
medium head Napa cabbage
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1/3 cup
julienned mint leaves
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1/4 cup
toasted chopped cashews
- Dressing
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1/3 cup
rice vinegar
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3
small limes, juiced
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2 tablespoons
sesame oil
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1/2 teaspoon
sambal olek (may substitute a pinch of chile flakes)
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salt and pepper to taste
Directions
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Peel, core and slice apples into 1/4-inch matchsticks. Slice red pepper into 1/4-inch matchsticks. Shred cabbage and carrots in food processor or by hand. Combine apples, pepper, carrots and cabbage and mint leaves in large bowl.
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In small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, lime juice, sesame oil, chile paste, salt and pepper. Pour dressing over salad and toss to combine.
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Just before serving, add cashews over top and serve.
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