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Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded carrots
- 3 tbs fresh chives, chopped
- Vinaigrette:
- 1 tbs Dijon-style mustard
- 2 tbs white Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbs fruity olive oil
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 399g | |
| Calories 182 | |
| Calories from Fat 11 | 6% |
| Total Fat 1.29g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 1% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 259mg | 11% |
| Potassium 1226mg | 35% |
| Total Carbs 40.82g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.8g | 36% |
| Sugars 21.6g | 14% |
| Protein 4.02g | 6% |
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