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Correo Electrónico
Raciónes: 2
Ingredientes
- 150g feta cheese (proper feta cheese)
- For the dressing
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons date syrup
- 1.5 tablespoons white wine vinegar
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 113g | |
| Recipe makes 2 servings | |
| Calories 439 | |
| Calories from Fat 379 | 86% |
| Total Fat 42.96g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat 14.94g | 60% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 67mg | 22% |
| Sodium 838mg | 35% |
| Potassium 51mg | 1% |
| Total Carbs 3.1g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.0g | 0% |
| Sugars 3.07g | 2% |
| Protein 10.66g | 17% |
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