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There’s nothing like this ruby-red fruit!
Ever wonder how to make a sparkling cocktail more festive or how to add a pop of color to a winter salad? The answer: pomegranate seeds! This winter fruit resembling brightly colored gems is the easiest way to add some sparkle—and sweet-tart flavor—to your holiday table. But how exactly do you eat a pomegranate? Aside from just straight up snacking on the seeds, we’ve rounded up the best pomegranate recipes, including both sweet and savory ideas! Whether you’re looking for a dish to add to your Christmas dinner menu or you just want to add a seasonal ingredient to your morning breakfast, these jewel-toned seeds are the perfect addition to any fall or winter recipe.
Here, you’ll find tons of ways to use pomegranates, including holiday appetizers, salads, and vegetable side dishes. For Ree Drummond’s beautiful Brussels sprouts, she piles up a gorgeous platter of roasted veggies, then drizzles it with sweet and tangy pomegranate molasses and a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds for a welcome crunch. You can also use the pomegranate juice to braise short ribs or make a sticky sauce for pomegranate chicken. If you’re looking for a sweet holiday recipe, try the coconut waffles with pomegranate syrup or the no-bake chocolate pomegranate tart—it would make a show-stopping Christmas dessert. As for the winter cocktails, pomegranates are a beautiful addition to a seasonal sangria, and they make a fun twist for pomegranate margaritas! If you need any further convincing, simply browse the beautiful recipes ahead.
Pomegranate seeds have a sweet-tart flavor that’s similar to cranberries so they’re perfect for a Thanksgiving or Christmas cocktail, like this pomegranate margarita.
Get the Pomegranate Margarita recipe.
SHOP GLASSES
A drizzle of sweet and tangy pomegranate molasses truly transforms these roasted veggies into something magical. And a garnish of pomegranate seeds make it a holiday show-stopper!
Get Ree’s Beautiful Brussels Sprouts recipe.
All you need is three ingredients and five minutes to make this light and fruity drink. It’s worthy of a celebration!
Get Ree’s Pomegranate Sparklers recipe.
Simple chicken and veggies gets a fall upgrade with this skillet dinner. The chicken is seasoned with chili powder, cumin, and paprika, while the vegetables are garnished with pomegranate seeds for a sweet and spiced dinner.
Get Ree’s Chicken and Veggie Fall Skillet recipe.
This traditional holiday sauce has double the sweet-tart flavor thanks to the use of cranberries and pomegranate juice.
Get Ree’s Cranberry-Pomegranate Sauce recipe.
SHOP SERVING DISHES
Adding pomegranate seeds to a fruit salad is like a burst of confetti. It’s colorful, crunchy, and so much fun to eat.
Get Ree’s Red and Green Fruit Salad with Mint Syrup recipe.
This mulled drink is spiced, sweet, and sure to warm you right up. It’s an alcohol-free beverage that’s perfect for the whole family.
Get Ree’s Mulled Pomegranate-Cherry Juice recipe.
From the crumbled goat cheese to the candied pecans—there are so many special mix-ins in this loaded seasonal salad. But the true gem is the pomegranate seeds on top!
Get the Ultimate Winter Salad recipe.
The braising liquid for this short rib recipe is made up of beef stock, soy soy, brown sugar, ginger, and pomegranate juice for a tangy finish. It’s a cozy, comforting dish your family will love.
Get the Pomegranate Braised Short Ribs recipe at Grandbaby Cakes.
This might just be the prettiest cheeseball we ever did see! The outside of the white cheddar and sage appetizer is covered in pomegranate seeds so it looks just like a bejeweled ornament!
Get the Pomegranate Cheeseball at How Sweet Eats.
SHOP CHEESE BOARDS
These Brussels sprouts are seasoned with maple syrup and crispy pork belly so they’re sticky, sweet, and salty. Plus, their green color with the red pomegranate seeds is so festive for the holidays.
Get the Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pork Belly and Pomegranate recipe at Butter Be Ready.
This ruby-red breakfast will put a smile on anyone’s face! Make it for Christmas, birthdays, Valentine’s Day, or any Sunday morning.
Get the Red Velvet Pancakes with Pomegranate recipe at Orchids and Sweet Tea.
You don’t need a fancy wine to make this fruity pitcher drink. A mid-range bottle will pair perfectly with the pomegranate juice, brandy, and orange liqueur.
Get the Pomegranate Sangria recipe at Once Upon a Chef.
Here’s a way to keep things light and bright this winter: Start your meal off with a fresh arugula salad loaded with creamy avocado, pomegranate seeds, and orange and grapefruit segments.
Get the Citrus Arugula Salad with Pomegranate Dressing recipe at The Healthy Epicurean.
Breaded in coconut, then oven-baked and tossed in a spicy, sweet, and extra sticky pomegranate sauce, this chicken dinner is totally irresistible. Serve it up with a bowl of rice and the squash that roasts right alongside on the same sheet pan.
Get the Sheet Pan Sticky Pomegranate Chicken recipe at Half Baked Harvest.
SHOP SHEET PANS
Your next winter brunch needs this fruity, sparkling cocktail. The recipe makes one drink but it can easily be doubled or turned into a batch drink for a crowd.
Get the Pomegranate Orange Mimosa recipe at Sugar and Soul.
You don’t need any food coloring to make this bright pink glaze. Instead, it gets its color from pomegranate juice. Talk about a natural beauty!
Get the Pomegranate Glazed Gingerbread Bundt Cake recipe at Rainbow Plant Life.
Instead of your typical maple syrup, these tropical-inspired coconut waffles have a topping made from pomegranate seeds and pomegranate juice. It’s sweet, tart, and utterly divine!
Get the Coconut Waffles with Pomegranate Syrup recipe at Foodie Crush.
This slightly sweet and savory side dish will add a pop of color to any dinner table—whether you’re serving chicken, steak, or even lamb. Plus, it’s so easy to make!
Get the Maple Chili Roasted Carrots with Thyme and Pomegranate recipe at Nyssa’s Kitchen.
Between the no-bake chocolate crust and chocolate ganache filling, you would think this tart couldn’t get any better. Then, pomegranate seeds are added and it becomes a real show-stopper!
Get the No-Bake Chocolate Pomegranate Tart recipe at Bakerita.
SHOP TART PANS
Add this winter cookie to your holiday baking list. It’s a fun twist on oatmeal cookies with flavorful mix-ins, like orange zest, chocolate chips, and pomegranate seeds.
Get the Orange Pomegranate Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies at Running to the Kitchen.