20 Pomegranate Juice Recipes

Pomegranate juice brings a bright, sweet-tart flavor to smoothies, sparkling drinks, breakfasts, and savory dishes. Pair it with ripe fruit for an easy blend, or use it in a dressing or glaze to add a fruity contrast. These 20 recipes offer practical ways to enjoy it throughout the day.

Use plain, ready-to-drink 100% pomegranate juice with no added sugar, such as Pomona Pomegranate Juice. If using concentrate, dilute it to drinking strength according to its label before measuring. Shake the bottle before use. All cup measurements are US cups; 1 cup is approximately 237 mL. Prep times are estimates, and chilling or freezing time is listed separately.

Pomegranate juice pairs especially well with berries, mango, orange, lime, ginger, vanilla, coconut, and nuts. Sweeten to taste because the tartness of juice and sweetness of fruit vary. Wipe spills promptly, as richly colored juices can stain.

FAQ

• What goes well with pomegranate juice? — Berries, mango, orange, lime, ginger, vanilla, coconut and nuts all pair well with pomegranate juice.
• Can I cook with pomegranate juice? — Yes. It works well in salad dressings, glazes for roasted vegetables, couscous, pancakes and overnight oats.
• Can I use pomegranate concentrate? — Yes, but dilute it to drinking strength according to its label before measuring. The recipes are written for ready-to-drink 100% juice.
• How should I store recipes made with pomegranate juice? — Serve blended drinks promptly. Refrigerate oats, pudding, dressing, glaze and couscous in covered containers; keep pops frozen until serving.