Halve fruit and discard pits ... Scatter any bits of nuts and cheese that are remaining in the salad bowl over the top.

Salads are as diverse and delicious as your imagination allow, but to kick things up a notch, try adding this one tart yet tantalizing fruit.

Make this salad your own by adjusting with your favorite nuts or dried fruit. "Good for you and endlessly adaptable! I love ...

Don't let your weakness for desserts thwart your diet plans. Let nature's sweetness help you with your cravings.

Add the Thyme-Scented Pearled Barley (see below), pine nuts, apple, pomegranate seeds and parsley; toss before serving. Make Ahead: The salad without the pine nuts can be refrigerated overnight.