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Non-Perishable Foods List

Cheryl Malik
Cheryl Malik Posted: 03/22/20 Updated: 07/24/20
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Non-perishable foods
Non-perishable foods

If you’re looking for ideas on what to stock your pantry with, we’ve got you covered! We’ve created an extensive list of non-perishable foods so you always have healthy options on hand. Including a printable shopping list!

Non-perishable foods

Click here to download your printable non-perishables shopping list!

What Is Does Non-Perishable Mean?

A non-perishable food is one that doesn’t need to be refrigerated or frozen and that has a long shelf life when compared to other foods. While these items may expire eventually, they are great resources to keep around the house for not only potential emergencies but also for everyday use.

Baking Supplies

  • All-purpose flour
  • Almond flour
  • Baking powder
  • Baking soda
  • Bay leaves
  • Brown sugar
  • Cassava flour
  • Chickpea flour
  • Cocoa powder
  • Coconut sugar
  • Gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • A granulated sweetener like Swerve or monk fruit
  • Oat flour
  • Powdered sugar
  • Tapioca starch
  • Vanilla extract
  • White sugar

Dried & Canned Beans

Beans are a great source of protein, fiber, and vitamins and are perfect to eat alone or as an add-on to other foods, such as in soups, on rice, or even in black bean brownies. Some studies even show that beans may stay good to eat for decades!

  • Black beans
  • Chickpeas
  • Kidney beans
  • Lentils
  • Pinto beans

Canned Fruits & Vegetables

Canned fruits and veggies are great ways to get vital nutrients in non-perishable items, and they tend to retain much of their nutritional value through the canning process, (though the level of some vitamins may decrease). However, they can have lots of added sugar, so look for food packed in water or with lower sugar content. Canned fruits and vegetables are great on their own or when added to a dish.

  • Artichokes
  • Corn
  • Green beans
  • Green chiles
  • Olives
  • Pumpkin
  • Spinach
  • Tomatoes

Dried Fruits & Vegetables

Dried fruit is perfect for snacking (add them to nuts for a homemade trail mix), and dried veggies can even be rehydrated by adding them to soup.

  • Apricots
  • Carrots
  • Corn
  • Cranberries
  • Onions
  • Peaches
  • Prunes
  • Raisins
  • Tomatoes

Canned Fish & Meat

Obviously, canned fish and meat are a great source of protein and easy to add to dishes. Canned meat lasts at least a couple of years (vacuum-sealed last about 6 months, but are still a good option). Make sure you are buying mercury-free and safe-catch seafood, and try to buy items packed in water instead of oil.

  • Chicken
  • Mackerel
  • Salmon
  • Sardines
  • Tuna

Grains

Grains are a great planted-based non-perishable food full of nutrients and carbohydrates for energy. Choose whole grains since they contain more like fiber, magnesium, iron, and B vitamins when buying. If grains are kept in an airtight container, they should last at least six months.

  • Brown rice
  • Grits
  • Oats
  • Pasta (whole-wheat or gluten-free)
  • Quinoa
  • White rice

Meals

When picking out canned or prepackaged meals, look for organic and low sodium. Many canned soups have high salt content, so try to avoid those. You can also stock up on broth and stock, which you can easily add dried vegetables to in a pinch. You also might want to consider vacuum sealing your own meals. Here’s a vacuum sealer available from Target for only $35!

  • Bone broth
  • Lentil soup
  • Minestrone soup
  • Prepared meals, like vacuum-sealed dal, lentils, & jackfruit meals
  • Split pea soup
  • Tomato soup
  • Turkey chili
  • Vegetable soup
  • Vegetable stock

Nuts, Seeds, & Nut Butters

Nut butters can stay good for several months up to a year at room temperature, depending on the type. Nuts and seeds are safe to eat from a month to a year, again, depending on the type. All are nutrient-dense, and nuts and some seeds (some as chia) are great sources of healthy fats.

  • Almonds
  • Almond butter
  • Cashews
  • Cashew butter
  • Chia seeds
  • Hazelnut butter
  • Peanut butter
  • Pumpkin seeds
  • Sesame seeds
  • Walnuts

Spices & Seasonings

While spices may not always add much or any nutritional value to your food, they are worth keeping on hand to kick up your meals a notch. These are some of our favorite’s that we like to keep in our spice rack at all times.

  • Basil
  • Black pepper
  • Cayenne
  • Cinnamon
  • Garlic powder
  • Ginger
  • Nutmeg
  • Onion powder
  • Oregano
  • Paprika
  • Red pepper flakes
  • Rosemary
  • Sage
  • Salt
  • Thyme
  • Turmeric

Other Pantry Staples

Additional non-perishable foods we highly recommend adding to your shopping list.

  • Avocado & other neutral oils
  • Bottled water
  • Cashew milk
  • Coconut milk
  • Coffee
  • Dark chocolate
  • Evaporated milk
  • Granola and protein bars
  • Honey
  • Jerky
  • Maple syrup
  • Olive oil
  • Shelf-stable milk, like almond, oat, even cow’s milk
  • Shelf-stable non-dairy creamer
  • Soy milk
  • Tea
Non-perishable foods

Click here to download the printable version of this shopping list!

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  1. Fitoru Fitness Challenge says

    Posted on 9/13/20 at 7:31 am

    This list is amazing! I’ll make sure to keep of these foods. I’m also going to share this to my mom and dad. I’m sure they’re going to like this. Thanks!

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    • Amelia Camurati says

      Posted on 9/18/20 at 12:09 pm

      Glad we could help!

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