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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- Whole wheat pasta, small shape of your choice
- 1 ripe avocado, peeled and coarsely chopped
- 1/3 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1-2 cloves chopped garlic
- salt and pepper
- chopped tomatoes
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 242g | |
| Calories 441 | |
| Calories from Fat 388 | 88% |
| Total Fat 43.58g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat 6.19g | 25% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 162mg | 7% |
| Potassium 847mg | 24% |
| Total Carbs 15.8g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.2g | 34% |
| Sugars 2.78g | 2% |
| Protein 3.42g | 5% |
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