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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 216g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 295 | |
| Calories from Fat 120 | 41% |
| Total Fat 13.28g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat 3.74g | 15% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 83mg | 28% |
| Sodium 368mg | 15% |
| Potassium 415mg | 12% |
| Total Carbs 11.75g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.4g | 11% |
| Sugars 3.99g | 3% |
| Protein 26.73g | 43% |
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