Everyone’s favorite winter fruit, I’m sharing my best tips for how to cut, eat, and decorate with pomegranates.
One of the many reasons I love eating seasonally is that it prevents me from getting bored with healthy eating. In the summer you’ll see me drinking a Ginger Berry Fruit Smoothie, the fall I love my Roasted Butternut Squash Soup. So naturally I also find winter produce come winter!
While we often think of seasonal fruit during the summer months, the holidays are also a great time to find in-season produce including oranges, grapefruits, avocados, broccoli, lemons (my favorite), and pomegranates! With the holidays quickly approaching and pomegranates lining the produce aisles, I thought this would be a great time to go through a little tutorial on my favorite method for how to cut and remove the seeds from the fruit.
Why You’ll Love This Method for Cutting Pomegranates
- Less mess! It’ll prevent you from getting splatter with pomegranate juice.
- It’s quick, and you’ll have your pomegranate deseeded in under 5 minutes.
- After you’ve cut them, you can even have your kids help out!
- Stored in an airtight container in the fridge, you’ll have fresh pomegranates for up to 7 days.
How To Cut a Pomegranate
Step 1. Slice the pomegranate in half, horizontally through the middle with a sharp knife.
Step 2. Place the pomegranate halves in a large bowl of water filled halfway. Keep the fruit immersed, gently pop of the pomegranate seeds. Once finished, simply strain and store the seeds.
Recipes With Pomegranates
Now that we’ve covered how to cut a pomegranate, let’s talk about ways to enjoy them in food and cocktails! Here are a few of my favorite recipes using pomegranate:
Using Pomegranate in Decorating
Did you know you can also decorate with pomegranates? Similar to using citrus, whole pomegranates are perfect for use in centerpieces, table accents, and more. In fact, I used them recently along with other seasonal fruit to style a table runner for a dinner party. They also make great display pieces on charcuterie boards if you like to host charcuterie parties!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Eat It, Like It, Share It!
Did you try this method or any of the recipes I shared? Snap a picture and share it to your socials to let me know! Tag @thelemonbowl and #thelemonbowl so we can admire and share your dish.
Whether you need to shell a pomegranate for a fresh treat, or want a unique decoration for a holiday party, I hope you found my guide on how to eat, cut, and decorate with pomegranates helpful!
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Hi, I’m Liz!
Hey there, I’m Liz Della Croce and I’m thrilled to have you here! My aim is to motivate and ignite your passion for cooking amazing meals for your loved ones. I believe in the power of real, wholesome ingredients that are bursting with flavor and won’t break the bank. Whether it’s a traditional Lebanese recipe from my family or a culinary creation from across the globe, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to discover that nutritious food can be exciting, affordable, and easy to prepare.
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