Pomegranate Juice Refreshment
Quench your thirst with this vibrant and invigorating Pomegranate Juice Refreshment, a homemade beverage bursting with natural flavors and antioxidants. Made with fresh pomegranate seeds blended to perfection, this easy 10-minute recipe offers a beautifully balanced mix of tart lemon juice and optional sweetness from sugar. Strained for a silky-smooth texture, the juice is served over ice and garnished with fragrant mint leaves for a refreshing twist. Perfect for summer afternoons or as a nutrient-packed treat, this drink is a delicious way to boost your health while satisfying your taste buds. Whether you're entertaining guests or simply unwinding at home, this refreshing pomegranate juice recipe will be your go-to beverage for a rejuvenating experience.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Pomegranate seeds
- 1 cup Cold water
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Sugar (optional)
- 4 Ice cubes
- 4 Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
1. Place the pomegranate seeds in a blender. If you prefer a sweeter drink, you can add the sugar at this step.
Step 2
2. Add cold water to the blender and blend on high for 1-2 minutes until the seeds are crushed and the juice is extracted.
Step 3
3. Place a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth over a large bowl or measuring cup. Pour the blended mixture through the sieve to strain out any pulp or seed residue. Use the back of a spoon to press against the sieve to extract as much juice as possible.
Step 4
4. Discard the pulp and transfer the strained juice to a serving pitcher or glass.
Step 5
5. Stir in the lemon juice to enhance the flavor.
Step 6
6. Add ice cubes to the glasses and pour the pomegranate juice over them.
Step 7
7. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (736.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 328.6 |
| Total Fat 4.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 21.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 75.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 56.3g | |
| Protein 6.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 65.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 872.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories