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What fruits and vegetables can you get with a food stamp?

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With food stamps, officially known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), recipients can purchase a variety of fruits and vegetables to support a healthy diet. Here are some examples of fruits and vegetables that can be purchased with SNAP benefits:

Fruits:

  • Apples
  • Bananas
  • Oranges
  • Grapes
  • Berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
  • Peaches
  • Pears
  • Kiwi
  • Mangoes
  • Pineapples
  • Melons (watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew)

Vegetables:

  • Carrots
  • Broccoli
  • Spinach
  • Lettuce (including romaine, iceberg, and mixed greens)
  • Tomatoes
  • Bell peppers (green, red, yellow, orange)
  • Cucumbers
  • Zucchini
  • Squash (summer squash, acorn squash, butternut squash)
  • Onions
  • Potatoes
  • Sweet potatoes

These are just a few examples of the fruits and vegetables that can be purchased with SNAP benefits. In general, any fresh, frozen, or canned fruits and vegetables without added sugars, fats, or salts are eligible for purchase with SNAP benefits. Additionally, some farmers' markets and grocery stores may offer incentives or discounts for SNAP recipients to purchase fresh produce, making it more accessible and affordable for individuals and families to access nutritious foods.

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