Best 2 Mango And Papaya Salad Recipes

When trying to beat the heat, a refreshing and tangy salad recipe is often the answer. The vibrant flavors of tropical fruits like mangoes and papayas are the perfect addition to any summer dish. This article will guide you through the enticing world of mango and papaya salads, helping you craft your own refreshing and delicious culinary masterpiece. Learn how to select the ripest fruits, gather the freshest herbs, and combine them all with a zesty dressing to create a salad that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling invigorated.

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GREEN MANGO AND PAPAYA SALAD IN CLASSIC THAI DRESSING (YAM MAMUANG)

Green Mango and Papaya Salad in Classic Thai Dressing (Yam Mamuang) image

Provided by Food Network

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 green papaya, peeled and julienned
2 large green mangoes, peeled and julienned
1 pound haricots verts or long string beans, cut into 1-inch sections
6 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 onions, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon ground dried shrimp*
1 teaspoon finely sliced fresh Thai Red Chili*
1 bunch cilantro, stems removed
1 teaspoon dried chili flakes (optional)
8 Bibb lettuce leaves (to serve)
12 cherry tomatoes, cut in half (to serve)
2 tablespoons roasted ground peanuts

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine green mango, papaya, string beans and lemon juice. Set aside for 5 minutes. In a wok or frying pan, heat oil, add garlic and fry until golden. Add onions and fry until clear. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside on absorbent kitchen paper.
To the mango mixture add fish sauce, sugar, dried shrimp, chili, cilantro and dried chili flakes, if desired. Toss gently and chill.
Serve on a bed of 2 Bibb lettuce leaves, with garnishes of tomato halves, peanuts, fried onion and garlic

MANGO AND PAPAYA SALAD

Mango and Papaya Salad image

This colorful fruit salad is laced with fragrant orange-flower water.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1/4 cup sugar
Juice of 1/2 lime
1 tablespoon orange-flower water
2 large ripe mangoes (about 10 ounces each), peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks (about 3 cups)
1 ripe papaya (about 2 pounds), peeled, halved, seeded, and cut into 1-inch chunks (about 3 1/2 cups)

Steps:

Cook sugar and 1 cup water, stirring, in a small saucepan over medium heat until sugar has dissolved. Bring to a boil. Cook until reduced to 3/4 cup, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove syrup from heat; stir in lime juice and orange-flower water. Let cool slightly.
Place fruit in a large bowl. Add syrup; toss gently to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour (or up to 4 hours).

Tips:

Choose ripe mangoes and papayas: Ripe mangoes and papayas are sweeter and have a more intense flavor. Look for mangoes that are slightly soft to the touch and have a yellow-orange color. Papayas should also be slightly soft and have a yellow-orange color.
Use a sharp knife: A sharp knife will help you make clean, even cuts. This is especially important when cutting the mangoes and papayas, as you don't want to crush the fruit.
Cut the mangoes and papayas into small pieces: This will help the flavors to blend together more easily.
Use fresh herbs and spices: Fresh herbs and spices will add a lot of flavor to the salad. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but be sure to use less, as they are more concentrated.
Don't overdress the salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Too much dressing can overwhelm the flavors of the fruit and vegetables.

Conclusion:

Mango and papaya salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer party or potluck. It is also a healthy salad, as it is packed with vitamins and minerals. If you are looking for a new and exciting salad to try, I highly recommend mango and papaya salad.