Fruit

A 4-ounce fillet of mild-tasting tilapia has only 108 calories.

In addition to being a great source of good-for-you fat, avocados are full of fiber and bloat-busting potassium.

Ladolemono, with its one-to-one acid-to-oil ratio (as opposed to the usual one-to-three), is a classic Greek vinaigrette that gives a flash of brightness to grilled octopus, shrimp, squid, or the smoky, crispy skin of a whole branzino

Quick pickled figs add a sweet-tartness to this bruschetta.

Got eggs, sugar, and cream? Then you can make a striking Italian semifreddo. It's the lushest and creamiest of frozen desserts—no ice cream maker required.

Japanese eggplants have thin skins and few seeds, just meaty, flavorful flesh that transforms into tender, creamy textured, fragrant, smoky goodness when grilled. The classic way to enjoy this dish is with just soy sauce or Ponzu and a mound of katsuobushi, dried shaved bonito flakes (a type of tuna). The dressing below is more contemporary but also fantastic. Either way, get your hands on these eggplants and grill them.

Like the striped pops from the ice cream truck—without the artificial flavors and colors.

It's hard to believe that a three ingredient dessert can deliver such a big flavor payoff. Try garnishing with a wedge of watermelon.

The Italian aperitif Campari brings balance to these sweet orange pops.

These Mexican-style pops are loaded with pieces of fresh fruit.

Vanilla is the classic ice cream partner for these boozy cherries, but try them with chocolate for a homemade version of Cherry Garcia.

Use this quick syrup to make fresh cherry colas or Old Fashioned cocktails.

A mild or fruity olive oil works best in this cardamom-scented cake. Just try not to eat all of the candied orange slices before the cake cools.

Forget the cornichons. Serve these instead with your favorite pâté, or alongside a salumi platter.

Inspired by the simple cherry desserts from the Limousin region of France, this baked custard can be served warm or at room temperature. Feel free to use pitted or unpitted cherries.