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    Home » Recipe Index » Prep Ahead Meals

    DIY Pomegranate Balsamic Vinegar

    November 6, 2019 Updated December 21, 2022 By Rebecca Prep Ahead Meals, Winter Recipes

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    This 3 ingredient DIY pomegranate balsamic vinegar is can be used as a flavorful, tart marinade or salad dressing. To make this vinegar, you just need pomegranate juice, balsamic vinegar, and shallots.

    Pomegranate Balsamic Vinegar in a mason jar with ingredients in the background

    [This recipe was originally posted in January 2018. It has been updated with new photos, cooking instructions, expert tips, FAQ, related recipes, video and ways to repurpose/use up ingredients]

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    Table of contents

    • How will this pomegranate vinegar make your life easier?
    • What makes this balsamic vinegar pomegranate so good?
    • How do make balsamic pomegranate dressing?
    • Substitutions/Tips
    • FAQ
    • How can I repurpose this vinegar?
    • What can I make with the leftover ingredients?

    How will this pomegranate vinegar make your life easier?

    Meals can get really boring, so why not make an easy sauce to marinade meat in and to turn into a flavor packed salad dressing? This pomegranate balsamic vinegar recipe does just that. It works as a marinade AND as a salad dressing for a delicious salad.

    This vinegar is great because it includes just one unique ingredient: pomegranate juice. Use the remaining pomegranate juice to make an easy pomegranate lime spritzer, or double the recipe to make enough for a pork marinade and salad dressing.

    Serve pomegranate marinated pork with this simple sauteed kale salad, add it to a harvest bowl, these asparagus, pumpkin or sweet potato soups. It also goes well with mac & cheese, like this protein packed version.

    What makes this balsamic vinegar pomegranate so good?

    ingredients for pomegranate balsamic vinegar on a table
    • 100% Pomegranate Juice
    • Balsamic Vinegar
    • Shallot

    How do make balsamic pomegranate dressing?

    pouring pomegranate juice into a mason jar

    Make your pomegranate balsamic vinegar by pouring Pomegranate Juice, balsamic vinegar, diced shallot, and a pinch of salt into a medium sized mason jar. Shake. marinade meat in it or reduce and add extra virgin olive oil to use as a salad dressing.

    Substitutions/Tips

    • Use 100% pomegranate juice in your pomegranate balsamic vinegar, it is more flavorful than other types of juice
    • If you don't plan on using leftover pomegranate juice in one of the recipes mentioned below, freeze in ice cubes to add to drinks and sauces.
    • Other great add-ins: dijon mustard, olive oil, sugar, etc.

    FAQ

    What do you use pomegranate vinegar for?

    It's delicious to marinate meat in, to use as a salad dressing, or reduce and drizzle pomegranate vinegar glaze over vegetables, bread, or anything else. This DIY pomegranate balsamic vinegar is versatile and easy to make.

    Is pomegranate vinegar good for you?

    The polyphenol antioxidants in pomegranates pack lots of health benefits, and taste great, what more do you need? I recommend eating foods you enjoy more than focusing on what's healthy or not.

    How do you thicken balsamic vinegar?

    Thickening balsamic vinegar is easy, just pour it into a saucepan and boil until it thickens, take it off the heat just before it's as thick as you'd like, it hardens quickly.

    pomegranate balsamic vinegar in a mason jar

    How can I repurpose this vinegar?

    • Use it to marinade a pork loin. Marinade for at least 4 hours, then cook in an Instant Pot for 15-20 minutes.
    • Reduce sauce to turn it into a thick sauce. Then add olive oil to use as a salad dressing for a pomegranate salad with sauteed kale, butternut squash, pomegranate aerils, and pork chops or loin marinated in pomegranate balsamic vinegar.

    What can I make with the leftover ingredients?

    • Pomegranate juice: pomegranate lime spritzer, add a dash to this Holiday Kale Salad or Vegetarian Harvest Bowl.
    • Shallots: add some to this White Bean and Farro Bowl or Creamy Asparagus Soup.
    • Balsamic vinegar: use in this Strawberry Salad or Summer Berry Salad with Balsamic.

    Did you make this pomegranate balsamic vinegar? Leave me a comment & rating to share how it turned out!

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    Pomegranate Balsamic Vinegar

    This 3 ingredient pomegranate balsamic vinegar is an easy sauce to make. Use it as a marinade for pork, or reduce it to use as a salad dressing.
    Course Main Course, Sauce
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 0 minutes
    Total Time 5 minutes
    Servings 1 cup
    Author Rebecca

    Equipment

    • cutting board
    • knife
    • Measuring Cups
    • Measuring Spoons
    • Mason Jar

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup 100% Pomegranate Juice
    • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon shallot diced
    • 1 pinch salt

    Instructions

    • Pour 1 c 100% Pomegranate Juice, 1 T balsamic vinegar, 1 T diced shallot, and a pinch of salt into a medium sized mason jar. Shake.
    • Cover pork loin with pomegranate balsamic vinegar to marinade or reduce into syrup to make an easy salad dressing.
    • Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5-7 days. Sniff it, if it still smells good and looks good, it should be ok to eat, even after 7 days.

    Video

    Pomegranate Balsamic Marinade

    Notes

    • Use 100% pomegranate juice, it is more flavorful than other types of juice
    • If you don't plan on using leftover pomegranate juice in one of the recipes mentioned below, freeze in ice cubes to add to drinks and sauces.

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    About Rebecca

    Welcome! I’m Rebecca, a food loving dietitian. On Nourish Nutrition, you’ll find real, quick, and nourishing recipes for one that'll get you to want to cook for yourself, because you deserve it.

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    Comments

    1. Deanna Segrave-Daly says

      January 10, 2018 at 8:20 am

      Is it wrong that I want to drink that syrup glaze??

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        January 11, 2018 at 10:28 am

        nope! I did and it's super tangilicious 😉

        Reply
    2. Rachel says

      January 10, 2018 at 3:25 pm

      I don't eat pork often but this marinade looks amazing! I would totally use it on rice or as a salad dressing. YUM!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        January 11, 2018 at 10:27 am

        oh you could use it on so many other proteins/salads/rice bowls! thanks

        Reply
    3. Samantha says

      January 10, 2018 at 6:42 pm

      Yum! I don’t eat pork but I’d be lying if this didn’t look good!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        January 11, 2018 at 10:26 am

        haha! thanks Samantha 🙂

        Reply
    4. Deborah Brooks says

      January 10, 2018 at 6:55 pm

      Well, my husband would certainly love this dinner!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        January 11, 2018 at 10:25 am

        awesome! thanks 🙂

        Reply
    5. Jessica Levinson says

      January 10, 2018 at 7:15 pm

      That pomegranate marinade sounds so wonderful! I'd love it on a salad!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        January 11, 2018 at 9:35 am

        thanks Jessica! Not sure if you've seen my recipe today, but we're on the same wavelenght

        Reply
    6. Chrissy @ Snacking in Sneakers says

      January 11, 2018 at 5:51 am

      5 stars
      Wow, this looks so good! I have some POM wonderful in my fridge right now so I'm going to make this asap.

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        January 11, 2018 at 9:34 am

        yes! and it's so quick, which is even better!

        Reply
    7. Abbey Sharp says

      January 11, 2018 at 6:03 am

      I love using pomegranates in my recipes but I’ve never used it in a meat marinade! Need to try this!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        January 11, 2018 at 9:33 am

        me too! definitely my new fave. thanks!

        Reply
    8. Kalee says

      January 11, 2018 at 9:44 am

      I love mixing in pork here and there in our dinners. I also am a huge fan of POM!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        January 11, 2018 at 10:25 am

        isn't it great?!

        Reply
    9. Andrea Metlika says

      November 06, 2019 at 1:16 pm

      5 stars
      I would use this on chicken, pork, salads so many things. It sounds super delicious.

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        November 12, 2019 at 10:08 am

        thanks! it's great on all of that

        Reply
    10. Beth says

      November 06, 2019 at 1:52 pm

      5 stars
      This is great! I really could you the advantage of better memory from the pomegranate juice, especially during the holidays!! Thank you for sharing this flavorful dressing!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        November 12, 2019 at 10:08 am

        ha same!

        Reply
    11. Pam says

      November 06, 2019 at 2:14 pm

      5 stars
      I can think of so many dishes this would be good with. Thanks for giving us an easy but delicious recipe!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        November 12, 2019 at 10:08 am

        that's great! thanks so much

        Reply
    12. Haley D. Williams says

      November 06, 2019 at 2:42 pm

      5 stars
      Love this as a marinade!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        November 12, 2019 at 10:07 am

        it so good as a marinade! thanks

        Reply
    13. Kelly Anthony says

      November 06, 2019 at 3:25 pm

      5 stars
      I'm loving all your ideas for pomegranate juice. I always get so excited when I start to see pomegranates in the grocery store.

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        November 12, 2019 at 10:07 am

        thanks so much! same, it's the best season

        Reply
    14. Sara says

      November 06, 2019 at 3:25 pm

      5 stars
      Oooh I can't wait to make this! I feel like I could use it so many different ways. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        November 12, 2019 at 10:07 am

        yes it's so versatile!

        Reply
    15. Ann says

      November 07, 2019 at 3:23 am

      5 stars
      Ohhh, I’m just getting high on pomegranate juice. Once I was prescribed to drink it every day for medical reasons, and since then I can not live without pomegranates. This is so delicious! By the way, I love berry sauces and dressings for hearty dishes. My favorite sauces for meat are cranberry and lingonberry, I often make them. I think pomegranate balsamic vinegar will turn out to be a real masterpiece. I will definitely try to make it. I'm sure this will be my favorite dressing. Thank you for the idea!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        November 12, 2019 at 10:00 am

        oh this is great to hear, Ann! thanks so much & LMK how it turns out when you try it

        Reply
    16. Lilly says

      December 18, 2022 at 7:43 am

      I’m going to make some for me and my neighbors! How long does this last? A few days? Do I keep it in the frig until I use it?

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        December 21, 2022 at 2:44 pm

        oh they'll love it! Yes, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for 5-7 days. But honestly, it'll probably last longer. If it smells good and looks about the same, it's probably safe to use.

        Reply

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