Fresh Tomato and Pomegranate Sauce

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
12%
Fresh Tomato and Pomegranate Sauce
45 min.
3
282kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your culinary repertoire with a vibrant and refreshing flavor explosion? This Fresh Tomato and Pomegranate Sauce is not just a dish; it’s a celebration of simplicity and wholesome ingredients. Perfectly vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free, this sauce caters to a range of dietary preferences while promising a taste sensation that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Imagine the lusciousness of ripe tomatoes, their natural sweetness enhanced by the tangy depth of pomegranate molasses—all brought together with a drizzle of high-quality olive oil and a hint of spice from dried crushed red pepper. This sauce is brilliantly versatile too! Use it as a delightful side dish, drizzled over roasted vegetables or grain bowls, or as a fresh topping for grilled proteins. With its beautiful colors and refreshing taste, it’s also an impressive addition to your entertaining menu.

What sets this recipe apart is not just its amazing flavor but also its health-conscious design. With only 282 calories per serving and a delightful balance of healthy fats, protein, and carbohydrates, you can indulge guilt-free. Ready in just 45 minutes, this sauce is easy to prepare and showcases the best of seasonal ingredients. Get ready to impress your family and guests with this stunningly delicious and healthful Fresh Tomato and Pomegranate Sauce!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup pomegranate molasses 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper dried red crushed
  • large tomatoes ripe

Equipment

  • knife
  • pot

Directions

  1. Using a sharp knife, cut an X in bottom of each tomato.
  2. Place tomatoes in a large pot of boiling water 1 minute or until skins begin to pull away.
  3. Remove and plunge into ice water to stop cooking; drain. Peel tomatoes, and discard skin.
  4. Cut each tomato into fourths, remove seeds, and coarsely chop tomatoes.
  5. Combine tomatoes and remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts

Calories282kcal
Protein3.06%
Fat58.58%
Carbs38.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.67
Glycemic Load
2.48
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
10.835652210466%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
1.65mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.22mg
Myricetin
0.32mg
Quercetin
1.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:282.41kcal
14.12%
Fat:18.53g
28.51%
Saturated Fat:2.56g
16%
Carbohydrates:27.31g
9.1%
Net Carbohydrates:24.28g
8.83%
Sugar:20.17g
22.41%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:405.54mg
17.63%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.18g
4.36%
Vitamin A:2120.25IU
42.4%
Vitamin C:33.25mg
40.3%
Vitamin K:30.36µg
28.91%
Vitamin E:4.03mg
26.86%
Potassium:581.88mg
16.63%
Manganese:0.28mg
14.17%
Fiber:3.03g
12.11%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
10.06%
Folate:36.49µg
9.12%
Vitamin B3:1.48mg
7.4%
Copper:0.15mg
7.34%
Magnesium:27.2mg
6.8%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.04%
Phosphorus:59.24mg
5.92%
Iron:0.82mg
4.54%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.9%
Zinc:0.43mg
2.85%
Calcium:25.79mg
2.58%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.19%
Source:My Recipes