Let’s be real: between soccer snacks, bedtime routines, and trying to drink my coffee while it’s still hot, the last thing I want to think about at 6 p.m. is what to cook for dinner.
I used to tell myself I’d meal prep every Sunday (lol), but then the weekend would come and—surprise—I’d rather be at the park or going for walks around the neighborhood. That’s why the Tovala Smart Oven has been my not-so-secret weapon for getting real meals on the table without the stress.
Here’s why this mom is obsessed—and why your kitchen (and sanity) might need one too:
Editor’s note: Plus, it’s on sale! You can currently snag this smart oven for $69 when you sign up for the meal plan!
1. 🍝 Dinner in under 20 minutes. No prep, no panic.
Most nights, I’m lucky if I have one clean pan and 10 uninterrupted minutes. With Tovala, all I have to do is 1 minute of prep, scan a QR code, toss the trays in the oven, and let it do its thing. Dinner’s ready in 20 minutes without chopping, stirring, or negotiating with a toddler over carrot sticks
The smart oven follows chef-designed cook cycles that make everything come out just right—crispy, juicy, and not the slightest bit overcooked. I can change a diaper, clean a spill, and boom—dinner’s done.
2. 🥗 Fresh, balanced meals for real life
I’m all for drive-thru survival when needed, but most nights I just want to feed my family something that isn’t beige and breaded. Tovala sends fresh, not frozen meals that are actually balanced—veggies, protein, flavor. No artificial anything.
The menu rotates weekly, so I can pick options that work for me (and even my picky eater). Think BBQ chicken with sweet potatoes, pesto pasta, or roasted salmon with lemon herb rice. Gourmet vibes with zero effort.
3. 🛠️ One small appliance, five big functions
This isn’t a “one-trick pony” kind of gadget. The Tovala Smart Oven also air fries, toasts, bakes, and reheats like a pro. I even reheat leftovers in it (and they actually taste good again—wild).
It’s compact but crazy powerful—basically the multitasking mom of ovens.
4. 🧼 Fewer dishes, more couch time
No pots. No pans. No colander to rinse. I repeat: no dishes (besides maybe a fork). That alone would’ve sold me. But this is the kind of cleanup situation that lets you actually relax after dinner instead of jumping straight into the kitchen marathon.
It’s also perfect for tiny kitchens—my counter used to be cluttered with gadgets. Now? I use one appliance and reclaim space and my time.
Final thoughts from one multitasking mama to another:
This season of life is full, and we deserve tools that help—not just hype. If you want to feed your family well, save time, and still have energy to enjoy the post-bedtime silence, Tovala is the no-brainer solution you didn’t know you needed. Right now the Tovala Smart Oven is $69 when you sign up for the meal plan; meals start around $12.99 and are portioned for real-life appetites. Honestly, I spend more on a grocery haul that ends in takeout anyway. Trust me: let the oven do dinner. You’ve got more important things to focus on—like finally finishing your coffee.
