Is a pomegranate a fruit or a vegetable?

A pomegranate is a fruit, not a vegetable. It is a round fruit with a tough outer skin and hundreds of edible seeds inside. The seeds are surrounded by a juicy, sweet-tart pulp that is high in vitamins C and K, as well as antioxidants.

Although it is often used in savory dishes, such as salads and stews, the pomegranate is classified as a fruit because it develops from the flower of a plant and contains seeds.

Other examples of fruits that are sometimes mistaken for vegetables include tomatoes, avocados, and bell peppers. In general, if a plant develops from a flower and contains seeds, it is considered a fruit.