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Ingredients
- 2 medium (6-ounce) fresh organic or local beets with leaves removed*
- 1 1/2 tablespoons tahini
- 1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Juice and zest of 1 small lemon (2 tablespoons juice)
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 226g | |
| Calories 317 | |
| Calories from Fat 164 | 52% |
| Total Fat 19.21g | 24% |
| Saturated Fat 2.7g | 11% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 618mg | 26% |
| Potassium 323mg | 9% |
| Total Carbs 34.82g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.7g | 9% |
| Sugars 27.18g | 18% |
| Protein 4.94g | 8% |
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