There's no salad quite as striking as one featuring vibrant red pomegranates and petite blue poppy seeds. Aside from color, they both add texture and subtle flavors that make them unique additions to salads. Pomegranate adds a hint of sweet tartness, while poppy seeds provide a pleasant crunch. Both ingredients also offer nutritional benefits. Together, they make a stunning and delicious salad that is perfect for any occasion. Check out these recipes for pomegranate and poppy seed salads that are sure to impress your taste buds!
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POMEGRANATE AND POPPY SEED SALAD
Crisp, green romaine is the perfect base for this salad of red onion, pomegranate seeds and a creamy dressing.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In large bowl, mix all salad ingredients.
- In small bowl, mix all dressing ingredients until well blended. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 115 mg
POMEGRANATE AND POPPY SEED SALAD
Crisp, green romaine is the perfect base for this salad of red onion, pomegranate seeds and a creamy dressing.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In large bowl, mix all salad ingredients.
- In small bowl, mix all dressing ingredients until well blended. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 115 mg
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe pomegranates for the best flavor.
- To easily remove the seeds from a pomegranate, cut it in half and hold it over a bowl of water. Use your fingers to gently loosen the seeds from the membrane and they will fall into the water. The seeds will sink to the bottom of the bowl, while the membrane will float to the top.
- If you don't have time to make your own dressing, you can use a store-bought vinaigrette or lemon-tahini dressing.
- Add some chopped walnuts or almonds to the salad for extra crunch.
- Serve the salad immediately after making it, as the pomegranate seeds will start to lose their color and flavor if they sit for too long.
Conclusion:
Pomegranate and poppy seed salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover pomegranate seeds. The sweet and tart flavors of the pomegranate seeds pair perfectly with the nutty flavor of the poppy seeds and the creamy texture of the dressing. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering!
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