Thai-Style Crab Salad in Papaya

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
20%
Thai-Style Crab Salad in Papaya
45 min.
4
102kcal

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Experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this delightful Thai-Style Crab Salad served in fresh papaya halves. This dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a healthy option that caters to various dietary needs, being gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP. Perfect for a light appetizer, a refreshing snack, or an elegant starter, this salad is sure to impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds.

The combination of succulent lump crabmeat, crisp bell peppers, and aromatic cilantro creates a symphony of textures and flavors. The zesty dressing, made with rice vinegar, fish sauce, and a hint of serrano chile, adds a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, elevating the dish to new heights. Each bite is a burst of freshness, making it an ideal choice for warm weather gatherings or casual get-togethers.

Not only is this salad delicious, but it also comes together in just 45 minutes, making it a quick and easy option for busy weeknights or last-minute entertaining. Serve it in the natural bowl of papaya, and garnish with lime wedges for an extra pop of flavor. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this Thai-Style Crab Salad is a must-try that will transport you straight to the bustling streets of Thailand with every mouthful.

Ingredients

  • teaspoons fish sauce 
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper green chopped
  •  lime wedges 
  • 0.5 pound lump crab meat picked over
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper red chopped
  • 0.3 cup rice vinegar (not seasoned)
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.5 teaspoons serrano chiles fresh minced ( 1; including seeds)
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • tablespoons water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk together vinegar, sugar, water, fish sauce, and salt in a bowl until sugar is dissolved.
  2. Add bell peppers, chile, cilantro, and crab and toss gently to combine.
  3. Serve crab salad mounded in papaya halves.

Nutrition Facts

Calories102kcal
Protein43.94%
Fat4.41%
Carbs51.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
56.52
Glycemic Load
7.02
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
14.352608691091%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
7.74mg
Naringenin
0.61mg
Luteolin
1.02mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.75mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:101.5kcal
5.07%
Fat:0.5g
0.77%
Saturated Fat:0.08g
0.48%
Carbohydrates:13.12g
4.37%
Net Carbohydrates:11.88g
4.32%
Sugar:10.77g
11.97%
Cholesterol:23.81mg
7.94%
Sodium:1238.3mg
53.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.16g
22.32%
Vitamin B12:5.13µg
85.53%
Vitamin C:48.44mg
58.72%
Selenium:21.41µg
30.59%
Copper:0.56mg
27.87%
Zinc:3.48mg
23.22%
Vitamin A:695.91IU
13.92%
Phosphorus:137.43mg
13.74%
Magnesium:43.92mg
10.98%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
10.83%
Folate:40.17µg
10.04%
Potassium:227.09mg
6.49%
Vitamin B3:1.08mg
5.42%
Fiber:1.25g
4.98%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.55%
Calcium:39.44mg
3.94%
Iron:0.65mg
3.64%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.45%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.25%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.24%
Vitamin K:3.11µg
2.96%
Vitamin E:0.41mg
2.75%
Source:Epicurious