Fresh Pomegranate Salsa
This Fresh Pomegranate Salsa is a cold appetizer or snack recipe to serve with tortilla chips or crackers. I love serving this when we have friends over, bringing it to gatherings, or just making a quick snack for the family.
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You can also spoon it over grilled chicken, fish, or tacos. It’s a perfect make-ahead appetizer. Just mix, chill, and serve. That’s it. No cooking, no complicated steps.
Serve it together with Quesadillas and Sliders!
How to Make Pomegranate Salsa
Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Chop the onions and the cucumber.
2. Remove the ribs, stem the jalapeno and finely dice it.
3. In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients and stir to incorporate evenly.
Chill and Serve!
Important Recipe Notes
- Use fresh pomegranate arils for the best flavor and color.
- Remove seeds carefully to avoid bitterness from the white pith.
- Adjust jalapeño to taste for mild or spicy salsa.
- Chill before serving to let the flavors meld.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Serve fresh with chips, crackers, tacos, or grilled proteins.
Fresh Pomegranate Salsa
Ingredients
- 2 cups pomegranate arils
- ½ medium Cucumber
- 1 jalapeno
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 small red onion
- 1 lime juiced
- ¼ tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the onions and the cucumber.
- Remove the ribs, stem the jalapeno and finely dice it.
- In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients and stir to incorporate evenly.
- Chill and serve with tortilla chips or crackers.
