We all want to make healthy choices for our families and ourselves. Yet, being healthy is easier said than done. That’s where Just Say Yes (JSY) can help. JSY provides nutrition education for low-income New Yorkers and those participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP.

Browse our website to find recipes, videos, articles, and our JSY workshop calendar. Whether it’s eating more fruits and vegetables, being physically active, or choosing healthy beverages, we make it easy to “Just Say Yes!”

Just Say Yes provides nutrition education for low-income New Yorkers and those participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP.

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Featured Fruit and Veggie Recipes!

200 More Recipes

Curried Butternut Squash and Potato

Try some different flavors in this delicious butternut squash dish.

Classic Guacamole

Holy-guacamole! This recipe is bursting with flavor!

Twice Baked Potato

This lighter spin on a classic dish is a year-round crowd pleaser!

Three Bean Salad

After trying this salad, you will wonder where it has BEAN all your life!

Sweet Potato Fries

Who said you can’t make fries both yummy and healthy? Not us!

Sweet Potato & Apple Bake

What a sweet, nutrient-packed treat!

Strawberry Pepper Salsa

This salsa has a nice kick, but it’s not BERRY spicy!

Spinach and Beans

This dish is so yummy, you’ll wonder where its BEAN all your life!

Spiced Plums

This dish is a sweet way to get your serving of fruit in for the day!

Seasoned Swiss Chard

This recipe is off the chards!

Roasted Beet Salad

This easy and nutrient-dense salad is un-BEET-able!

Rancher’s Beans

This easy dish is packed with both flavor and nutrients!

Pumpkin Stew

This pumpkin stew will warm your bones on a cold winter day!

Potato Corn Soup

An easy weeknight dinner to keep you warm this winter!

Plum Cucumber Salad

So many nutritious and delicious fruits and vegetables, all in one salad!

Pinto Bean Salad

Who knew beans and apples were such a great combination?

Pepper Frittata

Quick enough for a delicious and nutritious week day breakfast!

Peach and Berry Bake

Using fruit in your dessert is a great way to eat sweets in a healthy way!

Leafy Greens Salad with Apple Dressing

Adding fruit to your salads spices them up, adding freshness and flavor!

Hoppin’ John

This nutritious southern-style dish will have you hoppin’ for more!

Green Beans with Potatoes

This hearty and healthy dish will keep you warm all winter long!

Garbanzo Bean Salad

Garbanzo beans give this salad healthy protein that will keep you fuller, longer!

Cucumber Dip with Pita Chips

Swap chips and salsa out for this nutritious treat at your next dinner party!

Cabbage Apple Slaw

Use your favorite NYS grown apples for this recipe!

Black-Eyed Pea and Celery Salad

Sick of plain salads? Throw this flavorful and nutrient-dense salad into your rotation!

Healthy Eating Videos

Wait, how many fruits and veggies do I need? More healthy eating tips at Iowa State University Extension.

Onions are in so many recipes! Here’s how to get that perfect dice every time. More videos at Colorado State University.

Bet you can’t think of a cheddar way to try zucchini! More videos at NJ SNAP-Ed.

How SNAP Can Help You Help Your Family Eat Healthy

SNAP, the New York State Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, is the new name for the food stamp program. SNAP issues monthly electronic benefits that can be used like cash at authorized retail food stores. Eligibility and benefit levels are based on household size, income, assets and other factors.

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“I really liked the cauliflower mashed potatoes that you made. It has great taste!”
(JSY Workshop Participant)

“Brussels sprouts are one of my favorites. This recipes was delicious and it really did take only five minutes.”
(JSY Workshop Participant)

“I am so pleased that yesterday’s Just Say Yes! workshop was a success. Thank you for taking the time to come to our program. (Food Pantry Coordinator)

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