Holiday Pomegranate Mignonette

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pomegranate, seeds only (1 cup)
• 1/2 white onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
• 1/4 cup champagne vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

None

Difficulty Level:

1 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a bowl, combine pomegranate seeds, onion, vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper.
2. Stir well to combine.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to blend.

Nutritional Information:

Per 1/4 cup serving:

• Calories: 100
• Fat: 6g (9% DV)
• Saturated Fat: 1g (5% DV)
• Cholesterol: 0mg (0% DV)
• Sodium: 100mg (4% DV)
• Carbohydrates: 14g (5% DV)
• Dietary Fiber: 2g (8% DV)
• Sugar: 12g (13% DV)
• Protein: 1g (2% DV)

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and tangy
• Refreshing and festive
• Pairs well with seafood and grilled meats

User Comments:

• "This mignonette was the perfect accompaniment to my holiday party oysters."
• "The balance of flavors was spot-on - not too sweet, not too sour."
• "It's so easy to make, yet it always impresses my guests."
• "I love the vibrant color and festive presentation."
• "I've even used it as a glaze for grilled salmon - delicious!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh pomegranate seeds for the best flavor and texture.
• If you don't have champagne vinegar, you can substitute white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
• Let the mignonette refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to develop fully.
• Serve the mignonette alongside oysters, grilled shrimp, or any other seafood you like.