Heart-Healthy Pomegranate Sauce
Elevate your meals with this tantalizing Heart-Healthy Pomegranate Sauce, a perfect balance of bold flavor and nourishing ingredients. This vibrant, syrup-like sauce is crafted with antioxidant-rich pomegranate juice and enhanced by the tangy complexity of balsamic vinegar, a touch of honey, and fresh lemon juice. Infused with aromatic garlic, black pepper, and fresh thyme, each spoonful delivers layers of mouthwatering flavor, while olive oil adds a silky finish. Ready in just 30 minutes and versatile enough to complement grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or salads, this recipe is a must-try for those seeking delicious, health-conscious cooking. Packed with heart-healthy benefits, it’s a homemade condiment that transforms everyday dishes into gourmet creations.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups pomegranate juice
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove fresh garlic
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Begin by finely mincing the garlic clove and setting it aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, pour in the pomegranate juice and bring it to a gentle simmer.
Add the balsamic vinegar, honey, and fresh lemon juice to the saucepan, stirring gently to combine the ingredients.
Continue to simmer the mixture, allowing it to reduce by approximately half. This should take about 15-20 minutes and will result in a thicker, syrup-like consistency.
Once the sauce has reduced, remove it from heat. Add the minced garlic, freshly ground black pepper, and fresh thyme leaves to the mixture. Stir well to integrate the flavors.
Let the sauce cool slightly, then whisk in the olive oil until the sauce is well emulsified.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more pepper or a splash of lemon juice as desired.
Allow the pomegranate sauce to cool completely before transferring it to a storage container. This sauce can be refrigerated for up to two weeks.
Serve this heart-healthy pomegranate sauce drizzled over salads, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables for a flavorful boost.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
508 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.1 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 65 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.5 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 93.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 418 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
