Good Recipes from Friendly Eaters
Pomegranate Yogurt Dip
1 large pomegranate, seeded
2 cups chilled plain yogurt
2 scallions, finely chopped
¼ cup pomegranate juice
¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
¼ teaspoon salt
Fresh mint sprigs
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, pomegranate juice, scallions, cilantro, and salt. Gently fold in all but 2 tablespoons of the pomegranate arils. Place in serving bowl and garnish with mint and seeds. Chill for 30 minutes. From pomegranates.org.
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