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Correo Electrónico
Raciónes: 8
Ingredientes
- 1 pound small zucchini (about 3) halved lengthwise
- 2 teaspoon kosher salt (divided)
- 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil (divided)
- 1 medium shallot (about 2 ounces) peeled and thinly sliced into rings
- 2 clove garlic peeled & sliced
- 1 tablespoon pink peppercorns (fresh or dried), plus more for garnish
- 1 teaspoon coriander seeds (toasted), plus more for garnish
- ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
- 3 ounce feta cut from a block into ⅓-inch slices
- 8 cilantro sprigs
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 96g | |
| Recipe makes 8 servings | |
| Calories 279 | |
| Calories from Fat 260 | 93% |
| Total Fat 29.44g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat 5.35g | 21% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium 707mg | 29% |
| Potassium 173mg | 5% |
| Total Carbs 3.17g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.0g | 3% |
| Sugars 1.39g | 1% |
| Protein 2.36g | 4% |
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