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Ingredients
- 4 large slices hearty fresh bread (I used ciabatta)
- 1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
- 1 ripe avocado, thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 cups colorful fresh small tomatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 small shallot, diced
- Kosher salt and pepper
- Olive oil
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 296g | |
| Calories 670 | |
| Calories from Fat 266 | 40% |
| Total Fat 29.54g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat 5.44g | 22% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 82mg | 27% |
| Sodium 797mg | 33% |
| Potassium 844mg | 24% |
| Total Carbs 88.08g | 23% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.8g | 43% |
| Sugars 3.75g | 3% |
| Protein 17.92g | 29% |
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