How to Cut a Pomegranate

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    59 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

How to Cut a Pomegranate

Knowing How to Cut a Pomegranate without making a big mess seems impossible but it's actually quite easy! The sweet and tart juice surrounding the seeds makes a fantastic addition to many recipes, or eat them for a quick snack!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 pomegranate

Instructions

  1. Locate the blossom end and cut about ½-inch from the top. Slice in a circular fashion around the pomegranate in order to remove it.
  2. Feel along the sides of the pomegranate to locate 5-6 ridges. You can also see the white lines of pith from the top which will indicate where you should cut. Score the skin about ¼-inch deep around the circumference of the fruit, being careful not to slice all of the way through. Repeat this step on all of the ridges.
  3. Carefully peel apart the pomegranate and separate it into pieces to reveal the arils.
  4. Place the segments into a large bowl of water and brush away the seeds from the white membranes using your hands. The seeds should sink to the bottom of the bowl of water while the white membranes will float.
  5. Remove the white pieces from the water and drain the pomegranate seeds in a colander.
  6. To Make Pomegranate Juice: Place arils in a citrus juicer and press until juice runs out. Repeat this process until you have your desired amount of juice.

Notes

  • To Store: Place the pomegranate seeds, or arils, in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
  • To Freeze: Arrange the arils on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for 2 hours. Then transfer to a freezer-safe airtight container for up to 1 year.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 59kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 2mg (0%) Potassium 166mg (4%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin C 7mg (8%) Calcium 7mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 59 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 59kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 13g 4%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 2mg 0%
Potassium 166mg 4%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 7mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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