Papaya - Avocado Salad

From Vegetarian Times - "When buying ripe papayas, look for firm (not hard) fruit with a yellowish rind that has no spots or bruises."

ingredient list

Serves 4

• 4 ripe papayas, divided
• 2 small avocados, diced (1 cup)
• 1/3 cup unsalted cashews, chopped
• 1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro or fresh mint
• 3 Tbs. fresh lime juice
• 1 medium shallot, finely chopped (2 Tbs.)
• 1 cup packed arugula, coarsely chopped

Directions

1. Halve 2 papayas and scoop out seeds. Set halves aside. Peel remaining 2 papayas with vegetable peeler, then halve and scoop out seeds. Cut peeled papaya halves into 1/2-inch dice, and place in medium bowl.
2. Add avocados, cashews, cilantro, lime juice, and shallot to diced papayas in bowl, and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Fold in arugula. Fill papaya halves with salad, and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information

Per SERVING:

Calories	252
Protein	5g
Total Fat	11g
Saturated Fat	2g
Carbs	39g
Choelsterol	0mg
Sodium	162mg
Fiber	9g
Sugar	19g