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Ingredients
- 2 duck breasts
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
- 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- salt and pepper to taste
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 159g | |
| Calories 187 | |
| Calories from Fat 53 | 28% |
| Total Fat 5.91g | 7% |
| Saturated Fat 2.34g | 9% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium 85mg | 4% |
| Potassium 347mg | 10% |
| Total Carbs 12.44g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.0g | 3% |
| Sugars 9.57g | 6% |
| Protein 17.46g | 28% |
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