Apple Slices

Department of Defense fresh fruits and vegetables fact sheet for apples slices.

Product Description

Good quality apples should be crisp, juicy, flavorful, and well-colored. Skin should be shiny and not dull. Apple slices are pre-washed and ready to serve.

Peak Growing Season

September through May.

Uses

Sliced apples are pre-portioned to be consumed in a single sitting. They are ideal in sack lunches and are great for dipping in yogurt or peanut butter.

Preparation

None.

Storage

For best quality, store immediately after receipt at 32-34 degrees Fahrenheit, with a relative humidity of 90 percent.

Best If Used By

Unopened packages can last up to ten days in refrigeration if the humidity is kept high.

Nutrition Facts

Legend: kcal = kilocalorie; g = gram; mg = milligram; RAE = retinol activity equivalent; IU = international unit

A 2 ounce package provides:

Calories	29.1
Protein	0 g
Carbohydrate	8.0 g
Fat	0 g
Saturated Fat	0 g
Cholesterol	0 mg
Iron	.10 mg
Vitamin C	3.2 mg
Vitamin A	2 RAE
Calcium	3 mg
Sodium	0 mg
Dietary Fiber	1.82 g

Source of Information

Questions: Food Distribution Program | FoodDistribution@cde.ca.gov

Last Reviewed: Thursday, October 2, 2025

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