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Receta Light Meringues with Pomegranate & Pistachios {QSquared Giveaway}
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Ingredientes
- 4 large egg whites
- ¼ tsp cream of tartar
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- The filling:
- 6 tbsp plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- ¾ tsp agave nectar or honey
- ¼ cup pomegranate arils
- ¼ cup chopped pistachios
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 400g | |
| Calories 814 | |
| Calories from Fat 89 | 11% |
| Total Fat 10.45g | 13% |
| Saturated Fat 2.82g | 11% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium 262mg | 11% |
| Potassium 654mg | 19% |
| Total Carbs 165.97g | 44% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.7g | 6% |
| Sugars 162.05g | 108% |
| Protein 20.95g | 34% |
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