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Ingredients
- 1-2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
- 1 cup parsley
- 1 cup cilantro
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp. water
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 165g | |
| Calories 274 | |
| Calories from Fat 243 | 89% |
| Total Fat 27.56g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat 3.81g | 15% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1204mg | 50% |
| Potassium 430mg | 12% |
| Total Carbs 7.1g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.6g | 9% |
| Sugars 1.04g | 1% |
| Protein 2.35g | 4% |
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