Nearly every diet or healthy eating pattern—from Mediterranean to low-carb to DASH—wants a piece of them. But most of us are falling short...and missing out. Who can resist garlicky sautéed ’shrooms, candy-sweet roasted tomatoes, or a creamy kale Caesar salad?

When it comes to fruit, it’s not just about the vitamins and minerals (plenty) or the calories (few). Just think about a sweet summer peach, a wedge of juicy watermelon, or a succulent mango. You’ve got yourself a bite that’s pretty much perfect.