Pomegranate

Store whole pomegranates at room temperature for a few days or in the refrigerator for a couple of months. Once the arils are removed, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze them for longer storage.

To extract the arils, cut the pomegranate in half and carefully tap the back of the rind with a wooden spoon over a bowl to loosen the seeds. You can also score the fruit and submerge it in water, then gently pull the arils apart underwater.

Pomegranate arils add a beautiful pop of color and flavor to salads, yogurt, oatmeal, and grain bowls.

They are also delicious in marinades, sauces, and desserts like cakes and tarts.

Cheese (feta, goat cheese, brie)

Leafy greens (spinach, arugula)

Nuts (walnuts, pistachios)

Grains (quinoa, couscous)

Meats (lamb, chicken)

Yogurt

Herbs (mint, parsley)

Cutting through the arils too aggressively, which can release juice and make them mushy.

Forgetting to clean up any stained surfaces quickly, as pomegranate juice can stain.