Pomegranate juice is my favorite when I want a juice with natural sweetness and a boost of antioxidants. It’s vibrant, refreshing, and packed with flavor—perfect for a healthy sip any time of day.
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Pomegranate Juice Recipe
Pomegranate juice is a nutrient-dense beverage known for its deep red color and sweet-tart taste. This drink contains antioxidants like punicalagins, vitamins E, K, and magnesium. It fights inflammation, lowering the risks of heart disease and diabetes.
It supports heart health by reducing blood pressure and bad cholesterol. The juice boosts immunity, improves skin health, and may protect brain function. It also aids digestion and could ease inflammatory bowel issues.
Pomegranate juice pairs well with grilled meats like chicken, lamb, steak, and pork chops, and seafood such as mackerel escabeche. It also brightens salads, roasted vegetables, and grain bowls.
You can enjoy this juice with desserts like sorbets, parfaits, and chocolate-based treats, especially dark chocolate. This beverage mixes perfectly in drinks with Cointreau, tequila, sparkling water, or vodka.
Here’s how to make the pomegranate juice:
Pomegranate Juice
Nutrition
Ingredients
- 2 large pomegranates yields about 1½ to 2 cups of juice
- ½ cup cold water optional, for blending
- 1/2 –1 tsp sugar or honey optional, to taste
- A pinch of salt or a few drops of lemon juice optional, for enhanced flavor
Instructions
- Slice the pomegranates in half. Tap the back with a spoon or use your hands to extract the seeds into a bowl.
- Add the seeds to a blender. Blend for 10–15 seconds just until the seeds are broken and the juice is released.
- Pour the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a bowl. Press with a spoon to extract all the juice.
- Chill or serve immediately over ice. Add a dash of lemon juice or sweetener if desired.
Notes
- Use ripe, heavy pomegranates—they’re juicier.
- For a smoother taste, chill the juice before serving.
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for longer shelf life.
- Great as a base for cocktails, smoothies, or salad dressings.
Variations
Pomegranate juice comes in several variations. Here are some popular types and variations you can try at home.
- Pomegranate Mint Cooler adds a handful of fresh mint leaves while blending and serve over crushed ice.
- Pomegranate Ginger Juice blends in ½ tsp of freshly grated ginger for a spicy, immune-boosting twist.
- Pomegranate Citrus Punch mixes the juice with fresh orange or grapefruit juice (1:1 ratio).
- Spiced Version adds a pinch of cinnamon and a dash of black salt for a warming, tangy flavor.
- Pomegranate Lemonade combine the juice with lemonade (1 part pomegranate to 2 parts lemonade) for a refreshing summer drink.
- Pomegranate Green Tea mixes with chilled brewed green tea for an antioxidant-rich detox drink.
- Pomegranate Coconut Juice blends the juice with coconut water for a tropical, hydrating version.
- Sparkling Versions include sparkling or carbonated pomegranate juice for a refreshing, fizzy alternative without added sugars or preservatives.