Easy slow cooker saag aloo Recipe
Servings: 2
Ingredients
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 451g | |
| Recipe makes 2 servings | |
| Calories 288 | |
| Calories from Fat 68 | 24% |
| Total Fat 7.78g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat 0.69g | 3% |
| Trans Fat 0.18g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 330mg | 14% |
| Potassium 1601mg | 46% |
| Total Carbs 50.0g | 13% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.4g | 28% |
| Sugars 3.93g | 3% |
| Protein 8.05g | 13% |
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