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Ingredients
- 1 bunch kale, leaves only and chopped
- 1 bunch flat parsley, stems off and chopped
- 1 walla walla sweet onion, chopped
- About 3 cups sugar snap peas, de-ended and cut into thirds
- About 1 cup slivered almonds
- 1 pkg (about 1 cup) 3 bean sprout mix
- For the dressing:
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic OR 1 Tablespoon garlic paste
- 1 Tablespoon hot pepper paste
- 3 Tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 452g | |
| Calories 789 | |
| Calories from Fat 544 | 69% |
| Total Fat 62.71g | 78% |
| Saturated Fat 7.36g | 29% |
| Trans Fat 0.01g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 42mg | 2% |
| Potassium 1109mg | 32% |
| Total Carbs 43.36g | 12% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.4g | 45% |
| Sugars 19.94g | 13% |
| Protein 18.67g | 30% |
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