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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- Minted-Watermelon Granita
- slightly adapted from A Spoonful of Thyme
- 1 1/2 pounds seedless watermelon without the rind, cut into 1-inch dice (about 4 cups)
- 2 T. agave nectar
- juice of one lime
- Pinch of salt
- 1 T. vodka
- 1 T. lime zest
- 1/4 c. mint leaves, minced
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 414g | |
| Calories 133 | |
| Calories from Fat 5 | 4% |
| Total Fat 0.64g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat 0.09g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 162mg | 7% |
| Potassium 494mg | 14% |
| Total Carbs 31.52g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.4g | 8% |
| Sugars 22.76g | 15% |
| Protein 2.68g | 4% |
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