So Many Arils…So Many Possibilities

Packed inside every pomegranate are hundreds of glistening red arils…translucent capsules filled with sweet, tart juice and a tiny, edible seed. Of course, it’s fun to munch on the arils right out of the fruit, but don’t forget that a quick sprinkle here and there can make ordinary dishes truly extraordinary.

We’d like to make a few delicious suggestions using fresh pomegranate arils that require no cooking skills whatsoever! And once you start using them, we know you’ll come up with some creative recipes of your own.

• A tablespoon or two tossed into a salad will make ordinary greens look and taste exotic.
• Top your ice cream or sundae with arils instead of the usual cherry.
• Sprinkle them over dry cereal or stir them into oatmeal to give your morning a wake-up call.
• Stir a few arils into yogurt to liven up the taste.
• Arils make a gorgeous garnish for chicken or rice dishes.