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Ingredientes
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1-3/4 cups chicken broth (could use vegetable broth)
- 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 655g | |
| Calories 1001 | |
| Calories from Fat 342 | 34% |
| Total Fat 38.58g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat 11.85g | 47% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 44mg | 15% |
| Sodium 1429mg | 60% |
| Potassium 1382mg | 39% |
| Total Carbs 115.35g | 31% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.7g | 46% |
| Sugars 0.53g | 0% |
| Protein 47.87g | 77% |
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