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Ingredientes
- 1 head cauliflower
- 1-2 cloves minced garlic
- 1-2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil (I use our garlic olive oil)
- salt and pepper to taste
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 12g | |
| Calories 63 | |
| Calories from Fat 61 | 97% |
| Total Fat 6.91g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat 0.97g | 4% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 24mg | 1% |
| Total Carbs 0.73g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.4g | 1% |
| Sugars 0.14g | 0% |
| Protein 0.15g | 0% |
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