3 ways with ... Pomegranate

There are multiple ways in which tangy pomegranate seeds can be used. Photo / Supplied

Sweet tooth
Sprinkle pomegranate seeds over a platter of sliced melon and strawberries for a simple summer dessert or use to dress baked figs in orange juice in autumn. Stir into melted chocolate for easy truffles or use instead of candied cherries.

Salad days
Add an unexpected twist to a summer salad: pomegranate seeds combine well with cucumber, tomato, avocado or blanched green beans. Dress vinaigrette with pomegranate juice and lemon zest.

Fowl play
Tangy sweet seeds are great with roasted chicken, baby poussin or crispy-skinned duck breast. Stir juice into pan juices for a quick sauce. Or mix seeds with tomato and coriander for a sweet/tangy salsa on grilled scallops.

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