Anar (Pomegranate)

Anar (Pomegranate / अनार)

🔹 Description:
Anar, or pomegranate, is a juicy red fruit filled with tiny, edible seeds (called arils) that are sweet-tart in flavor. It has a tough outer rind and a rich, ruby-red interior packed with nutrients and antioxidants.

🔹 Common Names:

• Hindi: अनार (Anar)

• English: Pomegranate

• Botanical Name: Punica granatum

🔹 Appearance:

• Outer Skin: Thick, leathery, and reddish-pink

• Inside: Hundreds of glossy red seeds (arils) filled with juice

• Taste: Sweet and slightly tangy

🔹 Nutritional Value (per 100g):

• Calories: ~83 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 19 g

• Fiber: 4 g

• Vitamin C, Potassium, and Iron present

🔹 Health Benefits:

• Rich in antioxidants, supports heart health

• Boosts immunity

• Improves skin glow

• Aids digestion and reduces inflammation

🔹 Common Uses:

• Eaten fresh or as juice

• Used in salads, desserts, smoothies

• Garnish for chaat, raita, and sweets

🔹 Season:

• Available mainly from September to February in India