Roasted carrot and coriander soup Recipe
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1424g | |
| Calories 388 | |
| Calories from Fat 90 | 23% |
| Total Fat 10.11g | 13% |
| Saturated Fat 5.04g | 20% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 26mg | 9% |
| Sodium 3279mg | 137% |
| Potassium 1540mg | 44% |
| Total Carbs 66.0g | 18% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.2g | 41% |
| Sugars 38.59g | 26% |
| Protein 13.59g | 22% |
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