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Pomegranate Relish

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Yield 6 -8 servings
Category Side Dish
Cuisine American
Author Lauren Grant

Description

This festive Pomegranate Relish is sweet, savory, and just a bit spicy. It’s the perfect addition to the Thanksgiving menu, served over grilled pork chops, or tossed on a green salad to finish.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 cups pomegranate arils seeds
  • 1 jalapeño seeded and minced (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
  • Kosher salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Whisk oil, maple syrup, zest, and lime juice together. Add arils, jalapeño, cilantro, and parlsey season with salt and pepper. Chill until ready to serve.

Notes

Can be made 3 days ahead.
Serve in place of Cranberry sauce at Thanksgiving, spooned over baked brie or served on a cheese board.

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