Lemon Quinoa with Artichokes, Roasted Peppers & Basil Recipe
Ingredients
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- Lemon Quinoa with Artichokes, Roasted Peppers & Basil Author: Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 ½ tbsp. fresh lemon juice ½ tsp agave nectar or honey ⅛ tsp salt ⅛ tsp ground pepper
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 27g | |
| Calories 239 | |
| Calories from Fat 239 | 100% |
| Total Fat 27.0g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat 3.73g | 15% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbs 0.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.0g | 0% |
| Sugars 0.0g | 0% |
| Protein 0.0g | 0% |
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