Papaya Salad with Cucumber

Green papaya has almost none of the sweetness of the ripe fruit — it's crunchy and mild, closer to a cabbage or jicama, which makes it a natural match for a light dressing instead of anything heavy.

This salad skips the usual chili-heavy versions of papaya salad, since spicy dressings tend to be one of the first things to cut when acid reflux is an issue. Lime juice, a little low-sodium soy sauce, and a touch of honey do the work instead, and cucumber adds even more crunch without adding any acidity to worry about.