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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 1 bunch kale, sliced thinly (I like the purple, ruffled kale)
- 3-4 Tbs goji berries (or raisins)
- 1 cucumber, chopped
- 1-2 slices onion, chopped
- 3/4 cup cooked farro (I use Trader Joe's 10 Minute variety)**
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 Tbs white balsamic vinegar
- 1-2 Tbs oil (we like Chosen Foods Avocado oil)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 289g | |
| Calories 252 | |
| Calories from Fat 185 | 73% |
| Total Fat 20.94g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat 1.58g | 6% |
| Trans Fat 0.53g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 25mg | 1% |
| Potassium 486mg | 14% |
| Total Carbs 15.81g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.4g | 8% |
| Sugars 6.35g | 4% |
| Protein 2.68g | 4% |
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