Grilled Pork and Green Papaya Salad with Lime Dressing

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A crisp salad with marinated grilled pork, shredded green papaya, and a zesty lime dressing for a refreshing Thai meal. This Thai-inspired curry recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs Pork tenderloin, Green papaya, Red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Thai cuisine 300 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Marinate 12 oz sliced pork tenderloin strips with 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp fish sauce, and 1/2 tsp sugar for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Grill marinated pork over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: In a large bowl, combine 1 medium grated green papaya, 1/4 sliced red bell pepper, 1/2 sliced cucumber, 1/4 cup chopped mint, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro.
  4. Step 4: Whisk 3 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp fish sauce, 1 tsp sugar, and 1 chopped Thai chili pepper until sugar dissolves.
  5. Step 5: Toss grilled pork with salad and dressing. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Pork and Green Papaya Salad with Lime Dressing take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (25 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Grilled Pork and Green Papaya Salad with Lime Dressing?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork tenderloin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Pork and Green Papaya Salad with Lime Dressing?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Grilled Pork and Green Papaya Salad with Lime Dressing for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Grilled Pork and Green Papaya Salad with Lime Dressing?

Thai curry like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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