Heart-Healthy Pomegranate Sauce

Elevate your meals with this Heart-Healthy Pomegranate Sauce, a tangy and subtly sweet delight that’s as nutritious as it is flavorful. Made with antioxidant-rich pomegranate juice, a splash of balsamic vinegar, golden honey, and a hint of zesty lemon, this sauce is perfectly balanced with fresh thyme and garlic for a savory touch. Gently simmered to a velvety, syrup-like consistency and whisked with a drizzle of heart-healthy olive oil, this versatile sauce is perfect for drizzling over salads, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a wholesome, gourmet addition to your cooking routine that’s low in calories but big on flavor. Store leftovers for up to two weeks and enjoy a burst of fresh, fruity goodness any time! Keywords: heart-healthy sauce, pomegranate recipe, easy pomegranate sauce, healthy salad dressing.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

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

Directions

Step 1

Begin by finely mincing the garlic clove and setting it aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, pour in the pomegranate juice and bring it to a gentle simmer.

Step 3

Add the balsamic vinegar, honey, and fresh lemon juice to the saucepan, stirring gently to combine the ingredients.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Let the sauce cool slightly, then whisk in the olive oil until the sauce is well emulsified.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more pepper or a splash of lemon juice as desired.

Step 8

Allow the pomegranate sauce to cool completely before transferring it to a storage container. This sauce can be refrigerated for up to two weeks.

Step 9

Serve this heart-healthy pomegranate sauce drizzled over salads, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables for a flavorful boost.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	467.1 grams (467.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	508

Total Fat 14.10g	18%
Saturated Fat 2.20g	11%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 65mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 96.50g	35%
Dietary Fiber 0.40g	1%
Total Sugars 93.60g
Protein 0.70g	1%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 45mg	3%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 418mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.6%

Protein: 0.5%

Carbs: 74.8%