Can you use EBT to pay for a salad bar?
                                
                                
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                                According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), heated and hot foods are ineligible for purchase with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. This general rule means that while you can buy many cold, pre-packaged items, the answer to "will EBT pay for a salad bar?" can be more complex than a simple yes or no.