I love pomegranate seeds. When in season they are deliciously sweet & are like jewels. They are packed with anti-oxidants & hence associated with reduced cancer risk & vitamins C and K; vitamin C is important for good immune system function, wound healing, healthy gums & for good iron absorption. Vitamin K is important for maintaining strong, healthy bones as well as proper blood clotting. 

This salsa makes a delicious accompaniment to my beetroot & chickpea burgers, available in a separate blog.

Preparation time: 10 mins

Serves: 4

1 red onion, diced

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tbsp cider vinegar

large pinch of salt

Seeds from 1 large pomegranate

1/3 cucumber, diced

1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1 tsp honey

3 tbsp fresh coriander, finely chopped

2 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped

Salt & pepper

1 tbsp ground chia seeds

Method:

Mix together all the salsa ingredients in a bowl. The milled chia seeds will help absorb some of the juices & give a nutritional boost.

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