Pomegranates are delicious, and their ruby red seeds are a beautiful addition to recipes. And while their popularity in America is relatively new, according to 2020 research published in
Foods, pomegranates have been a staple in other cultures for thousands of years. Native to Iran and North India, the sweet fruit has long been grown and eaten throughout the Mediterranean regions of Asia, Africa and Europe. They were featured in ancient Egyptian art and mythology, and they're even mentioned in the Old Testament of the Bible.
