Introduction
A great fruit that is in season around the holidays is a pomegranate, but many people don’t know how to cut one open. There are also frozen pomegranate seeds and some fresh ones available in the produce section of some major grocery stores.
Try these vegan pomegranate recipes today, including but not limited to the following.
- Whole Roasted Cauliflower
- Pomegranate Glazed Gingerbread Bundt Cake
- Chocolate Pomegranate Tart
- Cranberry Pomegranate Spritzer
- Vegan Pumpkin Burgers
Megan
1. Whole Roasted Cauliflower
One veggie superstar in many people’s homes is cauliflower, which is pretty popular in many vegan dishes. Try a whole roasted cauliflower from ShortGirlTallOrder.
Nisha
2. Pomegranate Glazed Gingerbread Bundt Cake
My aunt made Jesus birthday cakes around the holidays for obvious reasons. If anyone you know has a December birthday, make this gingerbread pomegranate cake from Rainbow Plant Life.
There are more cake flavors than that.
Rachel Conners
3. Chocolate Pomegranate Tart
This chocolate pomegranate tart from Bakerita looks scrumptious. However, if you would rather have pie, bake these pie recipes.
Elaine Gordon
4. Cranberry Pomegranate Spritzer
My cousin and I fight over which is better: cranberries or pomegranates. She’s Team Cranberry, while I’m Team Pomegranate. Feel free to have both by making cranberry pomegranate spritzer from Eating by Elaine.
Here are more cranberry recipes.
Bianca Zapatka
5. Vegan Pumpkin Burgers
Even though fall is about over, you can still have pumpkin recipes no matter the time of the year. One idea is making vegan pumpkin burgers from Bianca Zapatka.
If this sounds good, have more pumpkin recipes and vegan burgers.
Laura Wright
6. Farro Salad
Farro is something made out of wheat, similar to couscous and bulgur. Try this farro salad from The First Mess.
Sarah
7. Eggnog French Toast Casserole
I’m in the mood for some eggnog. Have a vegan eggnog French toast casserole from Making Thyme for Health.
Try other eggnog recipes today. You may also like some ideas for a Christmas brunch.
Jackie Sobon of Vegan Yack Attack
8. Stuffed Delicata Squash
Many enjoy having winter squashes as a main or side dish at holiday gatherings. For example, make some stuffed delicata squash from Vegan Yack Attack.
Feel free to make these winter squash recipes too.
Dana Minimalist Baker
9. Lentil Fesenjān
Fesenjān is an Iranian stew. Have some lentil fesenjān from Minimalist Baker.
Lexi
10. Acorn Squash Salad
My brother’s favorite winter squash is acorn squash. Have an acorn squash salad, thanks to Crowded Kitchen.
Rae Aflatooni
11. Pomegranate Oatmeal Balls
If you’re a fitness fanatic, here’s the recipe for you. Make pomegranate oatmeal balls from Raepublic.
Rachel Steenland
12. Pomegranate Pistachio Bread
I’m not too fond of pistachios, but many love pistachios, no matter my opinion. Here’s some pomegranate pistachio bread from The Garden Party.
Caitlin Shoemaker
13. Pomegranate Lentil Salad
Lentils are super healthy. Enjoy some of their nutritional benefits by having a pomegranate lentil salad from From My Bowl.
Bianca
14. Pomegranate Gin Fizz
Don’t tell the kids about the cocktail bar hidden next to the stove. One excellent holiday cocktail idea is pomegranate gin fizz from Elephantastic Vegan.
Christina
15. Gingerbread Cheesecake
The dessert table needs some cheesecake. Here’s a gingerbread cheesecake from Addicted to Dates.
If you’re craving gingerbread, have more gingerbread recipes.
Bianca Zapatka
16. Roasted Brussels Sprouts
My sister-in-law loves Brussels sprouts. If you like them too, make roasted Brussels sprouts for your holiday gathering, thanks to Bianca Zapatka.
Remy
17. Holiday Harvest Rice
When people talk about how expensive vegan food can be, they forget how cheap rice is. Make holiday harvest rice from Veggiekins.
tmg
18. Tandoori Cauliflower Pita
Tandoori is an Indian cooking method that involves a special clay oven called a tandoor. Have tandoori cauliflower pitas, thanks to Two Market Girls.
Dora S.
19. Chiles en Nogada
Chiles en nogada is a Mexican dish made with stuffed poblanos. Try chiles en nogada from Dora’s Table.
If this is up your alley, have more Mexican recipes.
Jill
20. Chocolate Almond Pomegranate Clusters
If you are a baker who likes nuts, almond clusters may be in your Christmas baking ritual. Make pomegranate almond clusters from Simply Jillicious.
Emily
21. Pomegranate Walnut Crumble Bars
If you’re hosting or going to a Christmas potluck, bars are a great dessert to bring. Bake pomegranate walnut crumble bars from Thank You Berry Much.
Rachel Maser - CleanFoodCrush
22. Pomegranate Salsa
My mom prefers fruit salsa over ordinary salsa. One option is pomegranate salsa from Clean Food Crush.
Put some pomegranate salsa on top of tacos.
Sarah McMinn
23. Pistachio Pomegranate Holiday Cheese Balls
If you want to do something other than a deli meat and cheese platter, why not try making cheese balls? Here are some vegan pistachio pomegranate cheese balls from My Darling Vegan.
Jackie Sobon of Vegan Yack Attack
24. Pomegranate Persimmon Crostini
Persimmons look like orange tomatoes, but trust me when I say they’re entirely different. Try pomegranate persimmon crostini from Vegan Yack Attack.
Bianca Zapatka
25. Quinoa Veggie Stir-Fry
Quinoa is so versatile and healthy, but I have difficulty eating plain grains because I tend to choke on them. Instead, I should have this quinoa veggie stir-fry from Bianca Zapatka.
Rachel Steenland
26. Pomegranate Kale Salad
Some people hesitate to have kale because it can be bitter, but I enjoy incorporating it into various dishes. Make a pomegranate kale salad with the help of The Garden Party.
Emily
27. Pear Pomegranate Salad
If you’ve ever heard of the Christmas carol “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” you should know it starts with a partridge in a pear tree. Have a pear pomegranate salad from One Lovely Life if you like pears.
Then, create more vegan pear recipes.
28. Pomegranate Rosemary Margarita
I was surprised about the plethora of people who get perked ears from hearing the word margarita. If you are one of them, make a pomegranate rosemary margarita, thanks to Sharon Palmer.
Sarah McMinn
29. Portobello Steaks With Pomegranate Balsamic
One common meat substitute is portobello mushrooms. Try portobello steaks with pomegranate balsamic from My Darling Vegan.
Lexi
30. Pomegranate Moscow Mule
The last pomegranate recipe I have for you is another alcoholic beverage. Here’s a pomegranate Moscow mule from Crowded Kitchen.
Conclusion
Pomegranates are wonderful at enhancing and flavoring dishes. It’s a fruit with some of the most extensive usage ranges over just being in desserts. Make recipes with apples, bananas, grapes, and watermelons for more fruit recipes.
Have dishes with gingerbread, eggnog, and peppermint if you want some Christmas flavors. I did some vegan Christmas taste tests on non-alcoholic drinks, treats, and sweets. I made a blog post on vegan gingerbread house recipes and a vegan gingerbread house review. Lastly, my final Christmas blog post of the year will be on vegan Christmas recipes. Have a great holiday!