DASH Fruits Guide

34 items classified under standard DASH guidelines.

DASH classifies foods based on sodium content and DASH serving targets. Of the 34 fruits evaluated, 34 are classified as Allowed, 0 as Limited, and 0 as Not Allowed.

Good news for DASH followers: all fruits fit the diet. These foods are a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. The nutrition details below help you compare within the category to find the best options for your specific needs.

Quick Reference

Food Status Sodium (per 100g)
Apple Allowed 0mg
Applesauce Allowed 28mg
Apricot Allowed 1mg
Avocado Allowed 7mg
Banana Allowed 0mg
Blackberries Allowed 1mg
Blueberries Allowed 1mg
Cantaloupe Allowed 30mg
Cherries Allowed 0mg
Coconut Allowed 0mg
Cranberries Allowed 2mg
Dates Allowed 1mg
Dried Coconut Allowed 37mg
Dried Cranberries Allowed 5mg
Dried Mango Allowed 162mg
Fig Allowed 1mg
Grapefruit Allowed 1mg
Grapes Allowed 1mg
Kiwi Allowed 5mg
Lemon Allowed 6mg
Lime Allowed 2mg
Mango Allowed 1mg
Nectarine Allowed 13mg
Orange Allowed 3mg
Papaya Allowed 8mg
Peaches Allowed 217mg
Pear Allowed 3mg
Pineapple Allowed 1mg
Plum Allowed 0mg
Pomegranate Allowed 3mg
Raisins Allowed 28mg
Raspberries Allowed 1mg
Strawberries Allowed 1mg
Watermelon Allowed 1mg

Classification Breakdown

34 Allowed — These fruits are a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins.

DASH works through lower sodium and higher potassium, magnesium, and calcium from produce, dairy, and legumes.

Allowed Fruits (34)

Apple

Allowed

At 0mg sodium per 100g, Apple falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 2.1g fiber per serving. Among the 34 items in this category, apple sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Banana at 0mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

61kcalCalories
0.2gProtein
0.2gFat
14.8gCarbs
0mgSodium

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Applesauce

Allowed

Applesauce is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 28mg sodium per 100g. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Nectarine at 13mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsSodium
Unsweetened42kcal0.2g0.1g11.3g2mg
Sweetened76kcal0.2g0.2g19.9g28mg

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Apricot

Allowed

At 1mg sodium per 100g, Apricot falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Among the 34 items in this category, apricot sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Blackberries at 1mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

48kcalCalories
1.4gProtein
0.4gFat
11.1gCarbs
1mgSodium

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Avocado

Allowed

At 7mg sodium per 100g, Avocado falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, avocado also provides 14.7g fat and 6.7g fiber per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Lemon at 6mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

160kcalCalories
2gProtein
14.7gFat
8.5gCarbs
7mgSodium

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Banana

Allowed

With 0mg sodium per 100g, Banana earns a Allowed classification on DASH. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Among the 34 items in this category, banana sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Cherries at 0mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsSodium
Raw89kcal1.1g0.3g22.8g1mg
Dehydrated346kcal3.9g1.8g88.3g3mg

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Blackberries

Allowed

At 1mg sodium per 100g, Blackberries falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, blackberries also provides 5.3g fiber per 100g. Among the 34 items in this category, blackberries sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Blueberries at 1mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

43kcalCalories
1.4gProtein
0.5gFat
9.6gCarbs
1mgSodium

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Blueberries

Allowed

Blueberries is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 1mg sodium per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 2.4g fiber per serving. Among the 34 items in this category, blueberries sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Dates at 1mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

57kcalCalories
0.7gProtein
0.3gFat
14.5gCarbs
1mgSodium

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Cantaloupe

Allowed

Cantaloupe is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 30mg sodium per 100g. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Raisins at 28mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

38kcalCalories
0.8gProtein
0.2gFat
8.2gCarbs
30mgSodium

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Cherries

Allowed

Cherries is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 0mg sodium per 100g. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 2.1g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 34 items in this category, cherries sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Coconut at 0mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

63kcalCalories
1.1gProtein
0.2gFat
16gCarbs
0mgSodium

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Coconut

Allowed

With 0mg sodium per 100g, Coconut earns a Allowed classification on DASH. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 99.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 34 items in this category, coconut sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Plum at 0mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

895kcalCalories
0gProtein
99.1gFat
0.8gCarbs
0mgSodium

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Cranberries

Allowed

At 2mg sodium per 100g, Cranberries falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, cranberries also provides 3.6g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Watermelon and Lime for sodium, ranking 18 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsSodium
Fresh (raw)46kcal0.5g0.1g12g2mg
Dried (sweetened)308kcal0.2g1.1g82.8g5mg

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Dates

Allowed

At 1mg sodium per 100g, Dates falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 6.7g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Blueberries and Fig for sodium, ranking 9 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

277kcalCalories
1.8gProtein
0.2gFat
75gCarbs
1mgSodium

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Dried Coconut

Allowed

With 37mg sodium per 100g, Dried Coconut earns a Allowed classification on DASH. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 5.3g protein and 69.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Cantaloupe at 30mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

684kcalCalories
5.3gProtein
69.1gFat
21.5gCarbs
37mgSodium

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Dried Cranberries

Allowed

Dried Cranberries is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 5mg sodium per 100g. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 5.3g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Pomegranate and Kiwi for sodium, ranking 23 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

308kcalCalories
0.2gProtein
1.1gFat
82.8gCarbs
5mgSodium

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Dried Mango

Allowed

Dried Mango is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 162mg sodium per 100g. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 2.4g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Dried Coconut at 37mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

319kcalCalories
2.5gProtein
1.2gFat
78.6gCarbs
162mgSodium

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Fig

Allowed

Fig is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 1mg sodium per 100g. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 2.9g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Dates and Grapefruit for sodium, ranking 10 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

74kcalCalories
0.8gProtein
0.3gFat
19.2gCarbs
1mgSodium

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Grapefruit

Allowed

With 1mg sodium per 100g, Grapefruit earns a Allowed classification on DASH. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Within this category, it falls between Fig and Grapes for sodium, ranking 11 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

39kcalCalories
0.5gProtein
0.1gFat
9.2gCarbs
1mgSodium

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Grapes

Allowed

At 1mg sodium per 100g, Grapes falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, grapes also provides 3.9g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Grapefruit and Mango for sodium, ranking 12 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

57kcalCalories
0.8gProtein
0.5gFat
13.9gCarbs
1mgSodium

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Kiwi

Allowed

Kiwi is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 5mg sodium per 100g. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 3g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Dried Cranberries and Lemon for sodium, ranking 24 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

64kcalCalories
1.1gProtein
0.4gFat
14gCarbs
5mgSodium

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Lemon

Allowed

At 6mg sodium per 100g, Lemon falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, lemon also provides 10.6g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Kiwi and Avocado for sodium, ranking 25 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

47kcalCalories
1.5gProtein
0.3gFat
16gCarbs
6mgSodium

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Lime

Allowed

With 2mg sodium per 100g, Lime earns a Allowed classification on DASH. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Within this category, it falls between Cranberries and Orange for sodium, ranking 19 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

25kcalCalories
0.4gProtein
0.1gFat
8.4gCarbs
2mgSodium

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Mango

Allowed

With 1mg sodium per 100g, Mango earns a Allowed classification on DASH. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Within this category, it falls between Grapes and Pineapple for sodium, ranking 13 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

60kcalCalories
0.8gProtein
0.4gFat
15gCarbs
1mgSodium

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Nectarine

Allowed

Nectarine is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 13mg sodium per 100g. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Papaya at 8mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

43kcalCalories
1.1gProtein
0.3gFat
9.2gCarbs
13mgSodium

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Orange

Allowed

Orange is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 3mg sodium per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 10.6g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Lime and Pear for sodium, ranking 20 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

97kcalCalories
1.5gProtein
0.2gFat
25gCarbs
3mgSodium

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Papaya

Allowed

Papaya is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 8mg sodium per 100g. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Avocado at 7mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

43kcalCalories
0.5gProtein
0.3gFat
10.8gCarbs
8mgSodium

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Peaches

Allowed

Peaches is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 217mg sodium per 100g. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 10g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Dried Mango at 162mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

224kcalCalories
1.9gProtein
10gFat
32.9gCarbs
217mgSodium

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Pear

Allowed

At 3mg sodium per 100g, Pear falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 3.1g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Orange and Pomegranate for sodium, ranking 21 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

59kcalCalories
0.4gProtein
0.2gFat
15.2gCarbs
3mgSodium

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Pineapple

Allowed

At 1mg sodium per 100g, Pineapple falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Within this category, it falls between Mango and Raspberries for sodium, ranking 14 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

50kcalCalories
0.5gProtein
0.1gFat
13.1gCarbs
1mgSodium

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Plum

Allowed

With 0mg sodium per 100g, Plum earns a Allowed classification on DASH. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Among the 34 items in this category, plum sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Apricot at 1mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

46kcalCalories
0.7gProtein
0.3gFat
11.4gCarbs
0mgSodium

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Pomegranate

Allowed

With 3mg sodium per 100g, Pomegranate earns a Allowed classification on DASH. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, pomegranate also provides 4g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Pear and Dried Cranberries for sodium, ranking 22 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

83kcalCalories
1.7gProtein
1.2gFat
18.7gCarbs
3mgSodium

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Raisins

Allowed

At 28mg sodium per 100g, Raisins falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 6.8g fiber per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Applesauce at 28mg.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

296kcalCalories
2.5gProtein
0.5gFat
78.5gCarbs
28mgSodium

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Raspberries

Allowed

At 1mg sodium per 100g, Raspberries falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, raspberries also provides 6.5g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Pineapple and Strawberries for sodium, ranking 15 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

52kcalCalories
1.2gProtein
0.7gFat
11.9gCarbs
1mgSodium

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Strawberries

Allowed

At 1mg sodium per 100g, Strawberries falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Within this category, it falls between Raspberries and Watermelon for sodium, ranking 16 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

32kcalCalories
0.7gProtein
0.3gFat
7.7gCarbs
1mgSodium

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Watermelon

Allowed

At 1mg sodium per 100g, Watermelon falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Within this category, it falls between Strawberries and Cranberries for sodium, ranking 17 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

30kcalCalories
0.6gProtein
0.2gFat
7.6gCarbs
1mgSodium

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