Fresh Pomegranate Lime Spritzer (2 servings of 8oz. each)
1 medium pomegranate, outer skin removed
1 medium lime, fresh juiced (or more, to taste)
12 oz. sparkling mineral water
If you do not own a juicer, you might be able to buy pomegranate juice. That said, nothing replaces the fresh taste of freshly juiced. This time, that was an adventure fitting of the season! Read on...
With a sharp knife, carefully remove the top and bottom of the pomegranate. Now, with a flat bottom (or top, as you please), gently use the knife to remove the red, outer layer. Here's where I discovered that cutting through the luscious red fruit can be messy. The next morning, I discovered splatterings of red not only on the counter but also on the stove top beside where I had sliced away. I spent several minutes enjoying the abstract expressions ala Jackson Pollock, only in RED! Hey, that could be a movement in culinary expression or kitchen design... but I digress.
So, consider placing your cutting board and fruit with some kind of bowl or other tall-ish container. Then, slowly (splatters less) cut the peeled pom into quarters or whatever size fits your juicer. Peel the lime and cut it so will fit in your juicer. Now get ready for a gorgeous good time.
Juice the pom pieces and lime. Discard the pulp (unless you are tempted by its stunningly lovely pinkish hue and choose like I did to taste it. You might like it and want to mix it with your favorite natural sweetener and roll into little balls. Or not.
Now the chemistry begins. In each of two 6-8oz. glasses, on the rocks or straight up, pour half of the juice blend. Then slowly pour 4-6oz. sparkling mineral water in each (or to taste). I hope you experience similiar delight (while less surprise as I tell you now) when a head of pink-red foam grows as you pour. Talk about wonderful! And the taste? Indescribably delicious.
Sip slowly and savor. You have arrived in a winter wonderland.
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