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- 4 slice very thin prosciutto
- 2 small, orange fleshed melons (such as Zatta, Charentais, or extra small cantaloupe)
- 8 ounce fresh watercress leaves (washed and well dried, tough stems removed)
- ½ red onion (peeled and thinly sliced)
- ½ cup grape or cherry tomatoes (halved)
- simple, mild flavored vinaigrette (choose your favorite)
- salt and pepper (for seasoning)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 420g | |
| Calories 117 | |
| Calories from Fat 4 | 3% |
| Total Fat 0.44g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 98mg | 4% |
| Potassium 992mg | 28% |
| Total Carbs 26.31g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.9g | 10% |
| Sugars 18.62g | 12% |
| Protein 6.43g | 10% |
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