Whether it's the dominant flavor in a classic frozen margarita, or more of a subtle squeeze like the honey-lime dressing on your fruit salad — adding citrus is a great way to brighten up any recipe.

The technique is simple: Place the whole, uncut fruit in the microwave and heat it for 15 to 20 seconds until it feels warms to the touch, but not hot. Roll it firmly on the counter under your palm ...

Lemons get all the attention. Other than squeezing a lime wedge onto tacos or using the juice to bake a pie or mix up a batch of margaritas, how often do you consider adding the less-loved green ...