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Not much beats healthy, homemade guac!
Avocados get three-fourths of their calories from fat — but because it’s monounsaturated fat and because avocados are low in calories, you can enjoy eating them in good health. Serve with tortilla chips or try an arrangement of crudités. This fresh, homemade version beats store-bought varieties any day!
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Makes about 8 servings
Serving size = 1/4 cup
Calories: 70
Total fat: 6 g
Saturated fat: 1.5 g
Protein: 1 g
Carbohydrates: 5 g
Dietary fiber: 4 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 0 mg
Potassium: 350 mg
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