Whole30 Pomegranate Sauce

Elevate your Whole30 meals with this vibrant and tangy Whole30 Pomegranate Sauce, a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors that’s both indulgent and compliant. Made with fresh pomegranate juice, aromatic shallots, and garlic, this sauce simmers down with a touch of balsamic vinegar and fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme to create a rich, flavorful reduction. A garnish of fresh pomegranate seeds adds a delightful texture and a burst of color, making this sauce as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or even as a dip—delivering a sophisticated finishing touch to your clean-eating creations. Perfect for holidays, special dinners, or everyday meals, this Whole30-approved pomegranate recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Pomegranate juice
• 1 medium, finely chopped Shallot
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon, finely chopped Fresh rosemary
• 1 teaspoon, finely chopped Fresh thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup (optional, for garnish) Pomegranate seeds

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped shallot and minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until the shallots become translucent and fragrant.

Step 3

Pour in the pomegranate juice and balsamic vinegar, and stir to combine.

Step 4

Add the chopped rosemary, thyme, sea salt, and black pepper to the mixture in the pan.

Step 5

Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 6

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reduces to a thicker consistency.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 8

Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 9

If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can blend it in a blender or with an immersion blender until smooth.

Step 10

Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl or container and garnish with fresh pomegranate seeds if desired.

Step 11

Serve the sauce warm or at room temperature with your favorite Whole30 dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(677.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	679.2

Total Fat 29.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1251.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 102.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.1g	0%
Total Sugars 92.0g
Protein 2.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 79.1mg	0%
Iron 2.1mg	0%
Potassium 792.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.3%

Protein: 1.7%

Carbs: 60.0%