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Pears in a Pod

Pears in a Pod

8 Ratings
8 Ratings
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Pears in a Pod
Makes: 4 Servings
Total Cost: $$$$

Creamy peanut butter, crunchy celery, and juicy pears make the perfect snack for kids and adults.

Ingredients

  • 4 celery stalks (cleaned and cut into 3-inch long pieces)
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 pears (cored and cut into chunks)

Directions

1. Spread the peanut butter into the center of the celery pieces.

2. Place the pear chunks on top of the peanut butter.

3. Serve on a plate and enjoy with your friends.

Notes

Other materials needed:

  • Paring knife
  • Small spatula or table knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups


Learn more about:

Source:

USA Pears
Pear Bureau Northwest

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 245
Total Fat 17 g
Saturated Fat 3 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 128 mg
Carbohydrates 19 g
Dietary Fiber 5 g
Total Sugars 11 g
Added Sugars included 2 g
Protein 8 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 29 mg
Iron 1 mg
Potassium 390 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 245
Total Fat 17 g
Saturated Fat 3 g
Monounsaturated Fat 8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 4 g
Linoleic Acid 4 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA 0 mg
Cholesterol 0 mg
Carbohydrates 19 g
Dietary Fiber 5 g
Total Sugars 11 g
Added Sugars included 2 g
Protein 8 g
Minerals
Calcium 29 mg
Potassium 390 mg
Sodium 128 mg
Copper 226 mcg
Iron 1 mg
Magnesium 69 mg
Phosphorus 150 mg
Selenium 1 mcg
Zinc 1 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 5 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6 0.1 mg
Vitamin B12 0 mcg
Vitamin C 4 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 3 mg
Vitamin K 9 mcg
Folate 36 mcg DFE
Thiamin 0 mg
Riboflavin 0.1 mg
Niacin 4 mg
Choline 36 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Fruits 1/2 cups
Vegetables 1/4 cups
Protein Foods 2 ounces

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