pomegranate seeds

The inside of the pomegranate fruit is filled with seeds, technically called arils. Pomegranate arils are a source of vitamin C.

How to extract the arils: Score it with a knife to break it open. The seeds are separated from the peel and internal white pulp membranes. Separating the seeds is easier in a bowl of water because the seeds sink and the inedible pulp floats. The seeds may simply be eaten raw as a snack or added into salads, relishes, garnishes or desserts.