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Ingredients
- 2-3 zucchini
- 1 carrot
- water
- salt to taste
- chopped tomatoes (we love quartered cherry or grape tomatoes)
- Avocado Basil Pesto
- 1/2 avocado
- 1 large handful basil
- 1 Tbs hemp seed
- 1 Tbs lemon juice (I usually don't measure... just a good splash!)
- 3 Tbs good quality olive oil (more if desired)
- pinch salt (more if desired)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1700g | |
| Calories 578 | |
| Calories from Fat 457 | 79% |
| Total Fat 51.55g | 64% |
| Saturated Fat 7.27g | 29% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 288mg | 12% |
| Potassium 1877mg | 54% |
| Total Carbs 30.13g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.9g | 40% |
| Sugars 12.93g | 9% |
| Protein 8.06g | 13% |
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