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- From the kitchen of Cookin Canuck. www.cookincanuck.com
- Ingredients
- 1 (3 lb.) spaghetti squash
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp plus 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 2 medium Gala apples, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped and toasted
- 3 green onions (white & green parts), thinly sliced
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1113g | |
| Calories 994 | |
| Calories from Fat 698 | 70% |
| Total Fat 80.38g | 100% |
| Saturated Fat 10.42g | 42% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 755mg | 31% |
| Potassium 1296mg | 37% |
| Total Carbs 74.12g | 20% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.9g | 13% |
| Sugars 2.23g | 1% |
| Protein 9.62g | 15% |
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