What is 'yum' you ask? Why, Thai salad of course!
Thai cuisine has more than one fruit-based salad, or yum as they say in Thai. Mostly widely known is som tum, a spicy concoction of shredded green papaya, long beans, peanuts and tiny, salty shrimp or crabs. Other versions are made using green mango. One of my favorites however, is yum som-o, made with the "Asian grapefruit" called pomelo. The bursts of citrus are wonderfully refreshing, not to mention a great way to get some nutrients. Pomelos are powerful sources of vitamin C (an entire pomelo has about 600% of your daily vit. C requirement), potassium and fiber to help boost your immune system, support digestive health and lower blood pressure.
If you're looking for something light that packs a nutritional punch, try this avocado pomelo salad with pineapple lime dressing.
AVOCADO POMELO SALAD
Serves 2-3.
Ingredients:
1 pomelo or grapefruit, peeled and supremed
1 avocado, sliced
1 large handful red grapes, halved
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons pineapple vinegar
1 tablespoon palm sugar
1 generous pinch of sea salt
1 red bird's eye chili, deseeded and sliced (optional)
One handful crushed, salted peanuts (optional)
Small handful mint leaves (optional)
Method:
1) Break the segments of pomelo (or grapefruit, if using) into chunks and mix gently with the avocado slices and cut grapes.
2) Whisk the lime juice, pineapple vinegar, sugar, salt and chili (if using) together. Taste test and adjust seasoning as needed. Next time, I'll probably try with some tamarind juice. If you're not vegetarian, you can use fish sauce instead of salt to get a really authentic flavor.
3) Gently dress the fruit and top with crushed peanuts and torn mint leaves.
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