Whole30 Pomegranate Sauce
Elevate your Whole30 meals with this vibrant and tangy Pomegranate Sauce, a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. Made with fresh pomegranate juice, aromatic shallots, minced garlic, and a hint of balsamic vinegar, this sauce is simmered to perfection with rosemary and thyme for an herby depth. With just 10 minutes of prep time, it’s a breeze to create a thick, glossy sauce ideal for drizzling over meats, roasted veggies, or even as a dipping sauce. Featuring Whole30-compliant ingredients, this recipe is not only healthy but packed with antioxidants and seasonal flair. Garnish with fresh pomegranate seeds for an extra burst of flavor and color, and serve warm or at room temperature for a versatile addition to your table. Perfect for meal prep or impressing guests, this pomegranate sauce brings a delightful twist to clean eating!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Pomegranate juice
- 1 medium, finely chopped Shallot
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon, finely chopped Fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon, finely chopped Fresh thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup (optional, for garnish) Pomegranate seeds
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped shallot and minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until the shallots become translucent and fragrant.
Pour in the pomegranate juice and balsamic vinegar, and stir to combine.
Add the chopped rosemary, thyme, sea salt, and black pepper to the mixture in the pan.
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reduces to a thicker consistency.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool slightly.
If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can blend it in a blender or with an immersion blender until smooth.
Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl or container and garnish with fresh pomegranate seeds if desired.
Serve the sauce warm or at room temperature with your favorite Whole30 dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
679 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1251 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.7 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 92.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 792 mg | 17% | |
*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.
