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Holiday Pomegranate Mint Relish

October 1, 2020 by Samantha
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This relish will brighten any holiday meal. Crunch of the pomegranate, refreshing mint, and some tang from the vinegar and lemon juice is enough for this dish to earn a permanent spot on my holiday menu. A perfect pomegranate recipe for Thanksgiving or Christmas. 

Jewel-toned Pomegranate Mint Relish spilling over the edge of a white bowl.

My favourite part of this pomegranate recipe though? The relish can be almost entirely made a day before you serve it. Saving much precious time when you’re frantically running around getting stuff done in the kitchen for holiday meals. 

Deep red Pomegranate Mint Relish on a spoon and scattered on a marble countertop.

This condiment is most definitely a change from the traditional cranberry sauce. It has so much flavour and texture that I found myself wondering why cranberry sauce is such a big thing.

I’ve yet to make a cranberry sauce as I’ve yet to try one I like … cat’s out of the bag. I’m a cranberry sauce hater. But this relish steals my heart every time I make it. 

It’s bright, has some crunch and sweetness from the pomegranate, some freshness from the mint, and some tang from the vinegar. I also love that it is such a pretty jewel-toned side dish. Sometimes the holiday plate can be all beige and this stunning red hued dish instantly brightens your plate. 

Pomegranate Mint Relish | My Kitchen Love

For me the big holiday meal isn’t about having all new dishes on the table, but rather having 1 or 2 that can totally change the feel of it. This relish served at a traditional turkey meal can take it from perhaps boring to fresh and modern – just from changing up the condiment. This relish is also fabulous on leftover turkey sandwiches. Just saying.

This relish is served with turkey during the holidays including these holiday recipes:

  • Braised Turkey with Carrots
  • Instant Pot Herbed Turkey
  • Holiday Roast Pork
Jewel-toned Pomegranate Mint Relish on a gold spoon.
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Pomegranate Mint Relish
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
 

Beautiful and refreshing Pomegranate Mint Relish. The perfect side to the holidays.

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: holiday recipe, holiday side dish recipe, pomegranate recipes, turkey side dish
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 151 kcal
Author: Samantha
Ingredients
  • 1/2 small shallot, chopped
  • 1.5 cups pomegranate arils (seeds removed from pomegranate)
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1.5 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 1 pinch kosher salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper
US Customary - Metric
Instructions
  1. Combine shallot, pomegranate seeds, oil, zest, juice, vinegar, and mint in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.

  2. This recipe makes approximately 2-2.5 cups.

Recipe Notes

* Relish can be made 1 day ahead (without mint). Cover and chill. Add mint immediately before serving.

Nutrition Facts
Pomegranate Mint Relish
Amount Per Serving
Calories 151 Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Sodium 8mg0%
Potassium 110mg3%
Carbohydrates 7g2%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 239IU5%
Vitamin C 6mg7%
Calcium 17mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Recipe from: Bon Appetit

Enjoy!

*This post was updated with photos and comments December 2016 and October 2020.

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Mom of twins, a singleton, and wife to a hungry husband. The food demands that surround me, have pushed me to lead our food life more simply, nutritiously, and deliciously. It’s a good day when family, friends, and food intersect.

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