How many calories in a pomegranate
Half a pomegranate has about 115 kcal, so a whole one is about 230.
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To burn it off
All the calories are in the juicy seeds. Half a pomegranate has 26 g of carbs, 2 g of protein and 2 g of fat, the fat coming from the crunchy bits inside.
A whole one is about 230 kcal, which is more than most people expect from fruit. It just takes so long to get the seeds out that you rarely eat a whole one.
A tub of ready prepared seeds saves the mess. It's the same fruit, so it counts the same.
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Where it comes from
The pomegranate is native to Iran and the countries around it. It has been grown for so long that, well before modern times, it had spread all around the Mediterranean and through the Arabian Peninsula, Afghanistan and India. Today it is also grown across the Americas, from the warmer parts of the United States down to Chile.
Where does our food come from? · Source: Encyclopaedia Britannica, Pomegranate
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Questions
How many calories in a whole pomegranate?
About 230 kcal, since half is 115.
Can you eat the seeds?
Yes, the whole seed with its juice is what you eat. Leave the white pith.
Is pomegranate high in sugar?
For a fruit, it's on the sweeter side. Half has 26 g of carbs.
How do you pick a ripe pomegranate?
Go for one that feels heavy for its size, with firm, deep coloured skin. Slightly flat sides usually mean the seeds inside are packed and juicy.
How long do pomegranate seeds keep in the fridge?
About five days in a sealed tub. A whole pomegranate keeps for weeks in the fridge, and the seeds freeze well for months.
