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Correo Electrónico
Ingredientes
- ½ Cup Uncooked Whole Wheat Couscous
- 1-1/2 Tablespoons Mayonnaise (regular, light, or vegan â I have tried them all)
- 1 Teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 3/8 Teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1/4 to 1/2 Teaspoon Dried Dill
- 1/4 Teaspoon Salt
- 1/8 Teaspoon Sugar (or sweetener of your choice)
- 1/2 Teaspoon Lemon Juice
- 1 Tablespoon Water
- Fresh Ground Pepper, to taste (optional)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 134g | |
| Calories 489 | |
| Calories from Fat 161 | 33% |
| Total Fat 18.27g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat 2.54g | 10% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 757mg | 32% |
| Potassium 166mg | 5% |
| Total Carbs 68.79g | 18% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.6g | 15% |
| Sugars 1.02g | 1% |
| Protein 11.36g | 18% |
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