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Receta Fast Food For Hot Days, Watermelon Feta Salad With Balsamic Glaze.
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Ingredientes
- 1 small watermelon, 8 cups cubed
- 7 oz feta cheese crumbled
- 15 oz field greens or baby arugala
- 2 Tbs balsamic glaze
- a few mint leaves finely chopped
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 344g | |
| Calories 568 | |
| Calories from Fat 373 | 66% |
| Total Fat 42.45g | 53% |
| Saturated Fat 29.7g | 119% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 177mg | 59% |
| Sodium 2216mg | 92% |
| Potassium 286mg | 8% |
| Total Carbs 19.11g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.6g | 2% |
| Sugars 17.14g | 11% |
| Protein 29.09g | 47% |
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