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Ingredients
- For the simple syrup:
- ¾ cup water
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup mint sprigs
- For the pops:
- 4 cups (about 1 lb) cut cantaloupe
- 1/3 cup mint-infused simple syrup
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 502g | |
| Calories 639 | |
| Calories from Fat 5 | 1% |
| Total Fat 0.6g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat 0.07g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 14mg | 1% |
| Potassium 327mg | 9% |
| Total Carbs 163.53g | 44% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.4g | 15% |
| Sugars 157.5g | 105% |
| Protein 1.66g | 3% |
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