Blackberries are harvested from thorny bushes or brambles. Contrary to its name, blackberries can be black, red, or even yellowish white in color. Blackberries are delicious raw and are also used to m... more

Blueberries are harvested from the blueberry shrub. Their color ranges from blue to black and their flavor is sweet. Blueberries can be eaten raw or cooked and are often used in pies, tarts, muffins, ... more

The cranberry is a tart red berry related to the blueberry and bilberry. It contains numerous small edible seeds and can be purchased either fresh, frozen, or dried. Most people find cranberries too t... more

Raspberries are harvested from the raspberry bush. They are most often red but also come in yellow, orange, white, and black (different from blackberries). Raspberries can be eaten raw or cooked. They... more

Strawberries are harvested from the strawberry plant, a member of the rose family. This juicy, succulent berry is most often red but does come in other colors. Strawberries can be eaten raw or cooked ... more

Blood oranges are a citrus fruit whose flesh is red or orange with red streaks.It is typically sweet and juicy although slightly tarter than regular oranges. more

Clementines are small orange citrus fruits that peel easily and have juicy flesh. They may or may not contain seeds. Slect clementines that feel heavy for their size. more

The grapefruit is the largest of the citrus fruits. Its flesh is segmented and juicy and may be colored yellow, pink, or red. Most varieties contain seeds. Grapefruit tends to be more tart than an ora... more

The lemon is an incredibly versatile citrus fruit that can be used in both sweet and savoury dishes. It can be juiced, zested, preserved and is a key ingredient in many recipes around the world. If yo... more

The lime is a small, green citrus fruit with pale green flesh. It is primarily used for its juice and zest. Lime leaves can also be used. Select firm limes that are heavy for their size. Brown spots w... more

Orange is a general term used for the fruit of the orange tree. It is considered a citrus fruit. Many varieties exist, and they are typically classified as being either bitter or sweet. Sweet oranges ... more

Tangerines are a juicy citrus fruit with a dark orange or orange-red peel that is easy to remove. They are typically smaller than an orange. There is some confusion over whether it is a type of or rel... more

The apricot is a small, orange stone fruit. When dried, its flavor becomes sweeter and more concentrated. Apricots treated with sulfur become bright orange whereas organic fruit is not treated with su... more

A sweet-tart fruit made from dehydrated sweet or sour cherries. They are great as a snack or in desserts, baked goods, salads, sauces, granola, and meusli. more

The cranberry is a tart red berry related to the blueberry and bilberry. When dried, its flavor becomes sweeter and more concentrated. Most dried cranberries are sweetened. They are popular additions ... more

Figs are the highly perishable fruit of the fig tree. When dried, their flavor becomes sweeter and more concentrated. more

A sweet dried fruit made from plums. When dried, its flavor becomes sweeter and more concentrated. more

A sweet dried fruit made from grapes. A raisin's size and level of tenderness will depend on the variety of grape used. Larger tender raisins are more suitable to eat on their own, in salads or cousco... more

Commercially available dried currants typically refer to small sweet dried fruits made from seedless black Corinthian grapes. They might also be labelled Zante currants. They should not be confused wi... more

The cantaloupe is considered a summer melon. It's exterior is rough with deep grooves while its juicy, sweet flesh is pale orange. American ""cantaloupes"" are actually muskmelons.... more

The honeydew melon is considered a winter melon. It is a smooth-skinned melon that ranges in color from pale green to creamy yellow when ripe. Its green-colored flesh is quite sweet. Select melons th... more

The watermelon can be classified as either a fruit or a vegetable. Watermelon is botanically a fruit because it grows from a seed. However, watermelons are planted from seeds, harvested, and then clea... more

Apricots are small, orange drupes, or stone fruits, that are closely related to peaches, plums, and nectarines. Their taste ranges from sweet to tart. Apricots are delicious fresh or added to salads. ... more

A cherry is a round, juicy fleshed fruit from the cherry tree. Their colors include a range of reds, yellow, and almost black. Most popular cherries come from the sweet (mainly for eating) or sour (ma... more

The coconut is the fruit of the coconut palm. Botanically speaking, it is a drupe and not a true nut. Each coconut is comprised of the following several layers: a smooth, tan outer covering, a hard, b... more

The apple is a tree fruit with numerous varieties available, all of which differ in color, shape, texture, flavor, firmness, acidity, juiciness, sweetness, and nutritional value. Juicy, firm, crisp ap... more

Nectarines are related to the peach. This stone fruit has firm, juicy flesh and smoother, more vibrantly colored skin than the peach. They come in clingstone or freestone varieties. In clingstone peac... more

The peach is the sweet, juicy stone fruit of the peach tree. Its edible, thin skin is covered in soft downy. They come in clingstone or freestone varieties. In clingstone peaches, the pit sticks, or c... more

The plum is the juicy, succulent, smooth-skinned fruit of the plum tree. Its skin is edible. There are many varieties of this stone fruit with colors ranging from yellow to green to purple to black. A... more

The apple is a tree fruit with numerous varieties available, all of which differ in color, shape, texture, flavor, firmness, acidity, juiciness, sweetness, and nutritional value. Juicy, firm, crisp ap... more

The banana is the fruit of the banana tree. It has a thick, inedible skin that is usually yellow although can be pink, purple, or red. Its skin is easily peeled to reveal a creamy, soft, white flesh. ... more

Carambola, or star fruit, is an exotic yellowish fruit that has five points and looks like a star when sliced. It is often used as garnish given its unique appearance. Carambola does not needed to be ... more

Figs are the highly perishable fruit of the fig tree. They come in a variety of colors including green, brown, black, red, white, and purple. They can be consumed fresh, dried, or roasted. more

Guavas are fruit of the guava tree, which is a member of the myrtle family along with cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove. Guavas can vary in shape, size, color, and even taste. The entire guava can be eaten ... more

The kiwi is a small, oval fruit with fuzzy brown skin and bright green flesh dotted with edible black seeds. Kiwis are ripe when they are slightly soft to the touch. They can be eaten raw, added to sm... more

The mango is the juicy stone fruit of the mango tree, a relative of the cashew and pistachio. Mangoes can be round, oval, or kidney-shaped. They also come in various sizes and colour including yellow,... more

The papaya is a large fruit of the papaya tree. Its inedible skin encases juicy, orange flesh and a central cavity containing numerous seeds that resemble large peppercorns. These seeds can be eaten a... more

The passion fruit, also known as the granadilla, is botanically a berry. It comes in many different varieties with skin that is yellow, orange, or purple and flesh that is pinkish green, orange, yello... more

The persimmon is a winter fruit. There are two common varieties, the dark orange, acorn-shaped Hachiya (or kaki) and the smaller, light orange, tomato-shaped Fuyu. The Hachiya is soft and sweet when r... more

The pineapple is a juicy tropical fruit with fragrant edible yellow flesh surrounded by tough spiny skin and topped with a tuft of stiff leaves. The degree of juiciness and sweetness depends upon the ... more

Plantains resemble bananas but have thicker skins and more starch. To eat them, they should be cooked. Plantains can be eaten when they are green, yellow, or black. Their flavor profile will vary depe... more

Pomegranates are round with a thick leathery skin. Inside, there are many juicy edible seeds surrounded by a soft, white, bitter-tasting membrane. The seeds are often eaten on their own, squeezed for ... more

Tamarind is a brown seed pod from the tamarind tree. It has a tangy, sweet and sour flavor. It can be purchased as fresh pods, paste, liquid, powder, syrup, or in block form. more