Avocado Rolls; cooking v not cooking Recipe
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 216g | |
| Calories 442 | |
| Calories from Fat 388 | 88% |
| Total Fat 43.49g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat 6.83g | 27% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium 472mg | 20% |
| Potassium 698mg | 20% |
| Total Carbs 15.25g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.9g | 36% |
| Sugars 1.39g | 1% |
| Protein 4.16g | 7% |
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