1 serving (21 grams) contains 110 calories, 3.8 grams of protein, 8.7 grams of fat, and 6.0 grams of carbohydrates.
Calories |
897.1 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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Total Fat | 70.9 g | 90% | |
Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 48.2 g | ||
Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
Sodium | 50.4 mg | 2% | |
Total Carbohydrates | 48.6 g | 17% | |
Dietary Fiber | 45.9 g | 163% | |
Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
protein | 30.7 g | 61% | |
Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
Calcium | 428.4 mg | 32% | |
Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
Potassium | 1365.8 mg | 29% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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