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Ingredients
- Apple 500 grams (I used Shimla Apples- 3 large)
- Apple cider vinegar 1 tsp
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 168g | |
| Calories 86 | |
| Calories from Fat 2 | 2% |
| Total Fat 0.28g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.05g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 179mg | 5% |
| Total Carbs 22.67g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.9g | 13% |
| Sugars 17.04g | 11% |
| Protein 0.43g | 1% |
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