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Ingredientes
- 2 ½ pound peeled and cubed watermelon
- 1 ¼ pound peeled and cubed cantaloupe
- 1 ounce peeled and minced fresh ginger
- ½ teaspoon minced habanero chile (or to taste)
- ¼ cup sherry vinegar
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- sea salt and white pepper (as needed)
- crumbled feta cheese (as needed for garnish, optional)
- freshly cracked black pepper (as needed for garnish, optional)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1056g | |
| Calories 885 | |
| Calories from Fat 562 | 64% |
| Total Fat 63.72g | 80% |
| Saturated Fat 13.45g | 54% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 34mg | 11% |
| Sodium 486mg | 20% |
| Potassium 1589mg | 45% |
| Total Carbs 74.52g | 20% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.5g | 18% |
| Sugars 61.29g | 41% |
| Protein 11.93g | 19% |
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