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    Pomegranate Dressing (Pomegranate Vinaigrette)

    Published: Nov 14, 2020 · Modified: Jul 14, 2021 by Laura · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Homemade Pomegranate Vinaigrette recipe is the perfect way to dress up winter salads! This pomegranate salad dressing is made in less than 5 minutes with healthy ingredients - including whole pomegranate seeds. It's paleo, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free. 

    front view of a jar of pomegranate dressing

    To me, salad is a must-have side dish at any and every food-centered gathering. This Pomegranate Vinaigrette is the perfect homemade salad dressing for your winter salads!

    It's packed with fresh pomegranate seeds and a dash of lemon juice, giving it a sweet and tangy flavor! This Pomegranate Vinaigrette is gluten, dairy & refined sugar free! And it's paleo and vegan,  so it's perfect for any and every person who will dine at your table this season! Oh, and did I mention that it's ready in 5 minutes or less!

    overhead view of a salad dressed with pomegranate vinaigrette

    Pomegranate Dressing: Ingredients & Substituions

    This recipe only has a handful of ingredients, but here are a few possible substitutions!

    overhead view of the ingredients in this Pomegranate Dressing (Pomegranate Vinaigrette) recipe
    • Pomegranate seeds. You can use pomegranate juice to make this recipe, and then there would be no blending required. However I love the nutrients added from using whole seeds!
    • Olive oil. Any neutral oil works well in this recipe. I recommend avocado oil or canola oil if you don't have olive oil.
    • Maple syrup. The maple flavor really adds to the fall/winer taste of this dressing, however you can substitute honey with great results.
    • White balsamic vinegar. Regular balsamic vinegar tastes great in this recipe too, however the color will change if you use a dark balsamic. Apple cider vinegar also tastes great. 
    • Dijon mustard. Substitute your favorite mustard, but please don't leave it out. The mustard acts as an emulsifier and keeps the dressing from separating!

    How to quickly de-seed a pomegranate

    Pomegranates are our favorite winter produce item, we literally buy cases of them at eat them in days. I am well aware that the thing that keeps most people from buying pomegranates is how much work they are to deseed.

    Well this video called The Fastest Way to De-Seed a Pomegranate changed my life. I literally can have 6 large pomegranates ready to eat in under 10 minutes thanks to this method! 

    overhead view of a jar of pomegranate dressing

    How to make Homemade Pomegranate Vinaigrette

    This pomegranate dressing recipe is very easy to make Just place the ingredients in the container of your Vitamix (or other high powered blender) and blend until smooth. Using a Vitaimx ensures a silky-smooth dressing.

    overhead photo showing how to make Pomegranate Dressing (Pomegranate Vinaigrette)

    NOTE: The only thing to note is that it's important to add the liquid ingredients first, then the rest for easy blending. 

    overhead photo showing how to make Pomegranate Dressing (Pomegranate Vinaigrette)

    Pour Into a Jar/Serving Container

    Once you have finished blending the pomegranate salad dressing, transfer it from the blending container to a glass storage or serving container. I love this salad dressing bottle - I use it all the time. But any glass or ceramic vessel works well

    Store

    If you don't plan on using the pomegranate dressing right away, or have leftovers, store it in an airtight container with a lid in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. I don't recommend freezing this recipe. 

    Serve

    Serve this pomegranate vinaigrette on top of your favorite salad! Here are some suggestions: 

    • Try it on this burrata salad. 
    • For the perfect winter salad use this pomegranate dressing on this Brussel Sprout Salad. 
    • Make your own homemade croutons to dress up whatever salad you make! Also try these cornbread croutons. 
    • For another use of pomegranates, this beet and pomegranate smoothie is a nutritional powerhouse. 

    Recipe FAQs

    Why should you make homemade salad dressing?

    Salad dressing is a condiment that I always make at home because it's easy and so much healthier than store-bought varieties. You exactly what is in your dressings (and can pronounce all the ingredients).
    This Pomegranate Vinaigrette is packed full of nutrition, which adds to the health benefits of enjoying a hearty winter salad rather than negating some of them with processed ingredients. 

    Are pomegranates good for you?

    Yes, they are one of the healthiest foods you can eat. Pomegranates are loaded with fiber and antioxidants, both of which have amazing health properties. This is why I chose to create a pomegranate dressing using the whole seeds instead of just juice (even though the juice is still nutritious as well).

    How long does pomegranate dressing last?

    This recipe lasts for 1-2 weeks in the refrigerator.

    overhead view of a salad dressing with Pomegranate Dressing (Pomegranate Vinaigrette)

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    Pomegranate Dressing

    Pomegranate Dressing (Pomegranate Vinaigrette)

    Laura
    Homemade Pomegranate Vinaigrette recipe is the perfect way to dress up winter salads! This pomegranate salad dressing is made in less than 5 minutes with healthy ingredients - including whole pomegranate seeds. It's paleo, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free. 
    5 from 29 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course condiment, Salad
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1 ½ cups dressing
    Calories 53.7 kcal

    Equipment

    • Vitamix blender
    • measuring spoons
    • measuring cups
    • spatula
    • Salad Dressing Bottle

    Ingredients
     
     

    • ¾ cup pomegranate seeds
    • ½ cup olive oil
    • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
    • 1 TBS lemon juice
    • 1 TBS white balsamic vinegar
    • 1 tsp dijon mustard
    • pinch of sea salt
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    Instructions
     

    • Put all ingredients in your Vitamix (or other high-powered blender).
    • Blend on low speed and gradually increase to high.
    • Continue blending on high for 30-60 seconds or until your dressing is smooth and all pomegranate seeds have been blended.

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    Notes

    Store

    If you don't plan on using the pomegranate dressing right away, or have leftovers, store it in an airtight container with a lid in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. I love this salad dressing bottle - I use it all the time. But any glass or ceramic vessel with a lid works well.

    Ingredient Substitutions

    • Pomegranate seeds. You can use pomegranate juice to make this recipe, and then there would be no blending required. However I love the nutrients added from using whole seeds!
    • Olive oil. Any neutral oil works well in this recipe. I recommend avocado oil or canola oil if you don't have olive oil.
    • Maple syrup. The maple flavor really adds to the fall/winer taste of this dressing, however you can substitute honey with great results.
    • White balsamic vinegar. Regular balsamic vinegar tastes great in this recipe too, however the color will change if you use a dark balsamic. Apple cider vinegar also tastes great. 
    • Dijon mustard. Substitute your favorite mustard, but please don't leave it out. The mustard acts as an emulsifier and keeps the dressing from separating!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1TBSCalories: 53.7kcalCarbohydrates: 3.5gProtein: 0.1gFat: 4.7gSaturated Fat: 0.7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.7gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.3gSodium: 5.8mgPotassium: 16.6mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3.3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 0.6mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.1mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    The photos in this post were taken by Jamie from Dishing Out Health!

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    Comments

    1. Nory

      January 08, 2023 at 11:11 am

      5 stars
      OMG I could drink this by the cup full! Such a delicious recipe. I didn’t have white balsamic so I subbed rice vinegar. It was my first time cooking with pomegranates, so instructions for de-seeding were super helpful. I’ll be making it again and again!

      Reply
      • Laura

        January 09, 2023 at 7:24 am

        Thank you so much, Nory!

        Reply
    2. Laura

      December 24, 2022 at 8:09 am

      5 stars
      I just made this recipe. The dressing is excellent and warrants my 5 star rating. However, I'd honestly give this 5 stars just based on the life changing link to that pomegranate de-seeding video. Thanks for both!

      Reply
      • Laura

        December 24, 2022 at 10:05 am

        Right?! That method totally changed our lives too!

        Reply
    3. Julio

      December 07, 2022 at 10:41 am

      How much pomegranate juice should I use if I'm subbing for the seeds?

      Reply
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