Warm Savoy Cabbage and Leek Salad; aging furry friends, the Weekly Menu Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 medium leek, about 3oz (75gr) sliced
- 2 cups shredded Savoy cabbage, about 8oz (225gr)
- 2 - 3 strips bacon, 2oz (55gr)
- 1/4 cup dry-cured, Greek olives, 12, pitted
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tbs Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp truffle oil or good olive oil
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 216g | |
| Calories 497 | |
| Calories from Fat 415 | 84% |
| Total Fat 46.27g | 58% |
| Saturated Fat 12.74g | 51% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 49mg | 16% |
| Sodium 640mg | 27% |
| Potassium 431mg | 12% |
| Total Carbs 10.41g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.5g | 12% |
| Sugars 5.04g | 3% |
| Protein 10.77g | 17% |
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