Spinach, Strawberry and Almond Salad; Cooking for Two, Weekly Menu Recipe
Ingredients
- Spinach, Strawberry and Almond Salad
- 4oz (120gr) fresh spinach
- 1 cup strawberries
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- Honey Vinaigrette
- 1 tsp honey
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 420g | |
| Calories 181 | |
| Calories from Fat 50 | 28% |
| Total Fat 5.99g | 7% |
| Saturated Fat 0.52g | 2% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 200mg | 8% |
| Potassium 1702mg | 49% |
| Total Carbs 28.74g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.7g | 32% |
| Sugars 14.75g | 10% |
| Protein 10.17g | 16% |
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