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- 1 box (16 ounces) rotini pasta, cooked
- 1 medium cucumber, cut into half moons
- 1 box (16 ounces) grape tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1 bottle (8 ounces) Kraft Sweet Balsamic Dressing
- 12 slices peppered bacon, cooked crisp
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 108g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 286 | |
| Calories from Fat 10 | 3% |
| Total Fat 1.2g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat 0.22g | 1% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 224mg | 6% |
| Total Carbs 57.57g | 15% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.8g | 9% |
| Sugars 2.54g | 2% |
| Protein 10.15g | 16% |
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