Popping Pomegranate Salsa

Name: Popping Pomegranate Salsa
Yield: 3 Cups
Ingredients: 1 cup pomegranate seeds (approximately 1 pomegranate); 2 large pears, diced; 2 tablespoons shallots, finely diced; 1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped; 1 lime, juiced; 1 ounce pomegranate juice (about 2 tablespoons); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

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This is the perfect dish for winter. It is bright and fresh and has a "pop" that makes every bite exciting. This recipe is great as an appetizer with whole wheat pita chips or as a topping for grilled fish or chicken. This recipe is kid-approved!

Makes

3 Cups

Ingredients

1 cup pomegranate seeds (approximately 1 pomegranate)
2 large pears, diced
2 tablespoons shallots, finely diced
1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped
1 lime, juiced
1 ounce pomegranate juice (about 2 tablespoons)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Wash hands with soap and water.
Add all of the ingredients into a bowl and mix until well incorporated. Serve over chicken or fish or as a snack with whole wheat pita chips.

Notes

Learn more about: Herbs Limes Pomegranates

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