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Our 9 Favorite Meal Kits — What’s on the Menu Next Week?

Meal kit subscriptions are a great way to jazz up your dinner plans, simplify meal prep, and enjoy chef-designed recipes in the comfort of your own home. But with so many different options available, it can be tricky to decide which boxes are right for you. Today, I'll outline what’s on the weekly menu at Home Chef, HelloFresh, Sprinly, Factor, Green ChefPurple Carrot, Gobble, EveryPlate, and Little Spoon so you can focus on the recipes that look extra scrumptious. Eager to skip your next trip to the grocery store? Let's dive in and see what delicious offerings are on the menu next week.

Want to browse all available meal kits? Need help picking the best meal kit for you? Visit our Meal Box Subscription Directory.

What's on the Menu for the Week of May 02 - 10?

Jump to:

  1. HelloFresh
  2. Home Chef
  3. Green Chef
  4. Sprinly
  5. Factor
  6. Purple Carrot
  7. Gobble
  8. EveryPlate
  9. Little Spoon

...or continue reading below.

1. HelloFresh

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About this Meal Kit: HelloFresh offers quality pre-portioned ingredients and easy-to-follow recipes that you can choose week-by-week. Their plans include Veggie, Meat & Veggie, Low-Calorie, and Family-Friendly, and their menu rotates weekly.

The Cost: The price for the subscription varies depending on your options. Visit the site directly to learn more. Sign up here!

Ships to: The U.S.

Order Cutoff: Menu selections and changes need to be made by 11:59 pm PST 5 days prior to your next scheduled delivery.

Here’s what’s on the HelloFresh menu next week:

  • Turkey & Black Bean Queso Bowls with Tomato Salsa, Lime & Cilantro
  • Everything Bagel Tofu Tenders with Roasted Broccoli, Potato Wedges & Dipper Trio
  • Tunisian-Style Chickpea Stew with Harissa Chili Oil & Za’atar-Spiced Pitas
  • Cajun Garlic Shrimp & Bacon Sandos with Loaded Fingerling Potatoes
  • Crispy Panko Sesame Chicken -- Includes recyclable aluminum tray
  • No-Chop Ancho Mango Shrimp Bowls -- No knife work & only one pot!
  • White Cheddar Crunch Burgers with Griddled Onions, Roasted Potato Wedges
  • Honey Butter–Glazed Pork Chops with Smoky Potato Salad & Roasted Broccoli
  • Ancho BBQ Burgers with Griddled Onion & Roasted Potato Wedges
  • Sweet Chili Pork & Cabbage Stir-Fry with Crispy Fried Onions
  • Spicy Tex-Mex Cheesy Stuffed Tomatoes with Rice, Black Beans, Sour Cream & Tortilla Chips
  • Saucy Pork Burrito Bowls with Cilantro Lime Rice, Salsa Fresca & Smoky Crema
  • Smashed Black Bean Tostadas with Green Pepper, Pico de Gallo & Lime Crema
  • Tilapia with Scallion Sriracha Pesto over Ginger Rice with Green Beans
  • Creamy Mushroom Soup with Thyme plus Garlic Bread
  • Roasted Chickpea & Kale Salad with Grape Tomatoes & Garlicky Croutons
  • Sweet Chili Turkey & Green Bean Bowls with Crispy Fried Onions & Cilantro
  • Rosemary Pork Chops with Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Carrots & Pan Sauce
  • Creamy Cilantro Steak Bowls with Garlic Lime Rice & Charred Green Pepper
  • Banh Mi Pork Burgers with Pickled Veggie Slaw, Sriracha Mayo & Garlic Potato Wedges
  • Chicken Gyoza in a Shoyu-Style Broth -- 2x the delicious portions!
  • Parmesan Panko Chicken -- Includes recyclable aluminum tray
  • Creamy Tuna and Spinach Salad with Pickled Red Onion, Cucumber & Garlic Bread
  • Butter Chicken with Rice -- Heat ‘em & eat ‘em
  • Udon Stir-Fry with Pulled Pork & Vegetables – Heat 'em & eat 'em
  • Spiced Sweet Potato Curry with Roasted Peppers – Heat 'em & eat 'em
  • Beef Bolognese with Rotini – Heat 'em & eat 'em
  • Tomatillo Pulled Pork with Rice – Heat 'em & eat 'em
  • Alfredo Truffle Cavatappi – Heat 'em & eat 'em
  • Onion Crunch Chicken – with Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Green Beans
  • Creamy Dijon Dill Chicken – with Roasted Potatoes & Broccoli
  • Pub-Style Shepherd's Pie – with White Cheddar Mashed Potatoes
  • One-Pan Santa Fe Pork Tacos – with Monterey Jack & Cilantro Citrus Slaw
  • Bulgogi Pork Filet – with Roasted Carrots & Lemony Rice
  • Cheeseburger Meatballs – with Garlicky Potato Wedges, Pickles & Special Sauce
  • Spanakopita Spinach Salad with Couscous – plus Marinated Tomatoes, Roasted Carrots & Pistachio
  • Roasted Garlic & Zucchini Flatbreads – with White Sauce, Mozzarella & Grape Tomatoes
  • Apricot Ponzu Chicken – with Ginger Lime Rice & Roasted Broccoli
  • Pesto & Walnut Panko Cavatappi – with Blistered Grape Tomatoes, Asparagus & Parmesan
  • Cheesy Smothered Mushroom Chicken – with Mashed Potatoes & Roasted Carrots
  • Sheet Pan Pork with Creamy Mustard – plus Rosemary Roasted Root Veggies & Apple
  • Shawarma-Spiced Chickpea Bowls – with Pistachio Rice & Garlicky White Sauce
  • Pasta Primavera – with Lemon Sauce, Bell Pepper, Zucchini & Peas
  • Cantina Steak Fajitas – with Cilantro Rice, Pico de Gallo, Guacamole
  • Balsamic-Glazed Steak Tagliata – with Garlic-Herb Potatoes & Caesar Salad
  • Sheet Pan Lemon-Dill Trout & Asparagus – with Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
  • Herbed Chicken with Roasted Asparagus – plus Prosciutto-Topped Mashed Potatoes and Pan Sauce
  • Sweet & Spicy Cashew Pork Tacos – with Gochujang Sauce & Tangy Slaw
  • Mexican-Style Chicken Tacos De Canasta – with Smoky Chili Sauce, Pico de Gallo & Lime
  • Sweet Potato Fajitas – with Pepper Jack, Pickled Onion & Lime Crema
  • Hoisin-Glazed Pork Filet – with Scallion Rice, Ponzu Roasted Green Beans & Sr…
  • Roasted Half Chicken With Cherry Sauce – plus Lemon Ricotta Crostini, Mashed Potatoes & Asp…
  • Creamy Garlic Shrimp with Ricotta Ravioli – plus Spinach, Parmesan & Chili Flakes
  • Salmon Limone – over Herbed Couscous with Zucchini & Tomato
  • Sweet Corn & Green Pepper Chowder – with Old Bay Toast
  • Beef Tenderloin & Cheddar-Gouda Fondue – with Asparagus, Fingerling Potatoes, Apple & Baguette
  • One-Pot Spicy Vegan Curry Stir-Fry – with Noodles, Mushrooms, Cilantro & Peanuts
  • Chinese-Style Super-Speedy Beef Lo Mein – with Garlic Chili Oil & Sesame Seeds
  • Coconut Curry Chicken – with Bell Pepper over Basmati Rice
  • Bacon & Cream Supreme Spaghetti – with Broccoli
  • My Big Fat Greek Chicken Salad – with Marinated Veggies & Feta
  • Tex-Mex Beef & Bell Pepper Grain Bowls – 3 easy steps to a delicious dinner
  • Lemon-Dill Chicken Sausage Couscous – with Zucchini
  • Beef & Zucchini Baked Penne – 2x the delicious portions!
  • Black Bean & Pepper Quesadillas – with Salsa Fresca & Creamy Guacamole

Check out our HelloFresh reviews to learn more! Have you tried HelloFresh? Leave a review for the community! 

2. Home Chef

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About this Meal Kit: Home Chef is a meal kit subscription that delivers a weekly box of the pre-portioned ingredients needed to make two to six meals that feed two, four, or six people. Recipe cards are easy to follow, and meals can be made in about 30 minutes. For those with dietary restrictions, Home Chef points out recipes that are calorie-conscious, carb-conscious, and vegetarian. Picky about your protein? Most meals allow you to customize whether recipes include chicken, steak, or seafood; some recipes can even be made vegetarian-friendly by opting for Impossible (meatless) meat!

Cost: Meals start at $6.99 per serving depending on the current menu options. Sign up here!

Ships to: 90% of the U.S. (You can check to see if Home Chef delivers to your zip code here.) Shipping is $7.99 for most orders. If you order their smallest package (two meals for two people), shipping is $13.99.

Order cutoff: Be sure to finalize your menu selections before 12 pm (CST) on the Friday prior to your scheduled delivery day.

For those looking for quick meals with minimal prep, Home Chef is offering these Easy Prep Meal Kits:

  • Smoky Gouda Steak Melt – with tomato jam and herbed fries
  • Creamy Boursin Dijon Salmon – with lemon butter cauliflower and roasted potatoes
  • Truffle Butter Tortellini – with butternut squash and kale
  • Pasta Night Sliced Beef Rigatoni – with Marsala mushrooms and Parmesan
  • Sweet Chili Chicken Sando – with slaw and fries
  • Fried Sesame Shrimp – with snow pea stir-fry and rice
  • Creamed Spinach Smothered Chicken – with mashed parsnips
  • Sailor Man’s Favorite Steak – with Parmesan cottage fries
  • Sausage and Zucchini Stuffed Peppers – with sun-dried tomato pesto
  • Bruschetta Trout with Balsamic Glaze – and springtime squash medley
  • Tofu Banh Mi-Inspired Rice Bowl – with Sriracha mayonnaise
  • One-Pan Pork Penne Ragù – with Parmesan
  • One-Sheet BBQ Bacon Turkey Meatballs – with roasted potatoes and Brussels sprouts
  • Bistro Sirloin with Marsala Mushroom Sauce – and Rockefeller mashed potatoes
  • Big Easy Petite Scallops – with Parmesan red pepper risotto
  • Pork Medallions in Roasted Tomato Cream Sauce – with squash medley
  • Indulgent Truffle Gnocchi – with potatoes and breadcrumbs
  • Sheet Pan Salsa Chicken – with elotes corn and carrots
  • Sheet Pan Herby Crusted Salmon – with tarragon potatoes and tomatoes
  • Sheet Pan Country Beef Meatloaf – with loaded smashed potatoes
  • Cheese Blanket Chicken – with garlic green beans
  • Fiery Chipotle Turkey Chili – with white cheddar
  • Lemony Chicken Thigh Piccata – with Parmesan polenta
  • Pork Chop in Savory Shallot Gravy – with lemon-garlic broccoli
  • Chimichurri Beef Lettuce Wraps – with crispy tortillas
  • Tantalizing Teriyaki Noodles – with snow peas
  • Mandarin-Style Chicken – with bok choy–green onion rice
  • Cheesy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup – with croutons
  • Spicy Two-Cheese Beef Tacos – with salsa
  • Steak and Horseradish Aioli – with sour cream and onion potatoes
  • Onion-Crusted Chicken – with Caesar-style broccoli
  • Baked Coconut Shrimp – with bell pepper and edamame rice
  • Queso Chicken – with succotash
  • Rich Butternut Squash and Sausage Soup – with corn
  • Pork and Corn Tacos – with cilantro lime rice
  • Green Goddess Tortellini – with spinach, peas, and broccoli
  • Smoky 'n' Sweet Brisket – with white cheddar cavatappi
  • Cheddar BBQ Chicken Tacos – with jalapeño-ranch slaw and crispy onions
  • Beef and Pork Bolognese Spaghetti – with spinach and garlic-herb goat cheese
  • Tomato Pesto Meatballs – with cauliflower polenta and roasted vegetables
  • Sausage and Peppers Pasta with Mushrooms – and roasted butternut squash
  • Picante Carnitas Pork Rice Bowl – with corn, salsa, and guacamole
  • Garlic Chicken – with cheesy broccoli and brown rice
  • Peppery Chicken Tinga Rice Bowl – with corn and beans
  • Asiago and Basil Pesto Chicken – with Florentine potatoes
  • Chicken in Garlic Cream Sauce – with potatoes, green beans, and cheese
  • Vanilla Latte and Egg, Cheese & Sausage Waffle Sandwich – breakfast duo
  • Pork & Shiitake Gyoza Dumplings & Green Chile Chicken Tamales – appetizer duo
  • Cookies and Cream Skillet & Caramel Apple Blossoms – dessert duo
  • Mexican-Style Street Corn Chopped Salad and Pepperoni & Mozzarella Flatbread – simply heat and eat
  • Mexican-Style Street Corn Chopped Salad and Roasted Garlic Artisan Batard – simply bake and eat
  • Mexican-Style Street Corn Chopped Salad & Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup – simply heat and eat
  • Mexican-Style Street Corn Chopped Salad & Chicken – with 2 ready-to-cook chicken breasts
  • Lemon Cake Slices – two slices with rich lemon icing
  • Egg, Cheese & Sausage Waffle Sandwich – 2 breakfast sandwiches
  • Breakfast Frittata – with cheese, sausage, and bacon
  • Breakfast Sausage & Cheese Tamales – with sage, potatoes, and cheese, wrapped in white corn masa
  • Roasted Garlic Artisan Batard – simply bake and eat
  • Vanilla Latte – perfectly sweet & creamy, 2 cans included
  • Pork and Shiitake Gyoza Dumplings – simply heat and eat
  • Green Chile Chicken Tamales – chicken simmered in fire-roasted hatch green chiles, wrapped in white corn masa
  • Loaded Potato Skins – hand-stuffed with cheddar and bacon
  • Chicken Pot Pie – with white meat chicken, peas, and carrots
  • Pepperoni and Mozzarella Flatbread – with crushed red pepper and tomato sauce
  • Cookies & Cream Cookie Skillet – with chocolate sandwich cookies
  • Caramel Apple Blossoms – dessert
  • Sticky Toffee Pudding Cakes – with creamy caramel
  • Mexican-Style Street Corn Chopped Salad – with creamy elote dressing
  • Creamy Chicken & Wild Rice Soup – simply heat and eat
  • Macaroni & Cheese with Bacon – simply heat and eat
  • Brownie Cookie Skillet – ready-to-bake
  • Skin-On Salmon Fillets – a la carte protein
  • Ground Beef – a la carte protein
  • Filets Mignon – a la carte protein
  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts – a la carte protein
  • Steak Strips – a la carte protein
  • Surf & Turf Pack – includes 10 chicken breasts and 40 oz. shrimp
  • Classic Protein Pack – includes 10 chicken breasts and 60 oz. ground beef
  • Premium Protein Pack – includes 4 sirloin steaks, 6 salmon fillets, and 6 chicken breasts

Ready to sign up? Make sure to use our coupon code to score some free meals!

Want more info? Check out our Home Chef reviews. Have you tried Home Chef? Leave a review for the community! 

3. Green Chef

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About this Meal Kit: Green Chef designs flavorful, healthy recipes that are built around fresh, sustainable, organic ingredients. Recipes are designed with amateur cooks in mind, and Green Chef offers several different meal plans to suit a variety of lifestyles: Keto + Paleo, Balanced Living, and Plant-Powered. (Note that the Keto + Paleo meal plan is certified gluten-free through the Gluten Intolerance Group’s Gluten-Free Food Service program. Visit Green Chef's FAQ section to learn more about this certification.) Regardless of which meals you pick, you can rest assured that, whenever possible, everything you receive will be GMO-free, USDA-certified organic, and sustainably sourced! 

The Cost: The price for the subscription varies depending on your options. Visit the site directly to learn more. Sign up here!

ACTIVE DEAL: Limited Time Only! Free Salads for Two Months + 50% Off Your 1st Box. No coupon needed - just use this link.

Ships to: Most of the contiguous U.S.

Order cutoff: Menu selections and order changes must be made by 11:59 pm EST, 7 days before your delivery day.

Here's what's on the Green Chef Menu next week:

  • Thai-Style Coconut Shrimp Soup – shiitake mushrooms, scallion, black sesame seeds
  • Organic Chicken & Pineapple Stir-Fry – jasmine rice, red bell pepper, carrot, scallions
  • Italian Pork Soup with Cauliflower – roasted red peppers, scallion, Parmesan
  • Gyro-Spiced Pork Filet Kale Salad – garlicky pita croutons, grape tomatoes, feta, vinaigrette
  • Harissa Apricot Glazed Barramundi – smoky sautéed chard & jasmine rice
  • Chicken Pesto Penne & Heirloom Tomatoes – crème fraîche, scallion
  • Moroccan-Spiced Pork Filets – lemon couscous, cauliflower, heirloom tomatoes, bell pepper, spiced yogurt
  • Turkish-Spiced Sockeye Salmon – pistachio gremolata, baby broccoli, ginger turmeric couscous
  • Beef Skillet with Cheesy Cauli Topping – carrots, peas, shallot, chives
  • Salmon with Red Peppers & Olives – sliced almonds, couscous with kale & dates
  • Beef Tenderloin with Creamy Chimichurri – mushrooms, red bell pepper, cabbage, tomato, pepitas
  • Panko Chicken & Bacon with Lemon Aioli – toasted pearl couscous, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted broccoli
  • Blackened Shrimp & “Grits” with Bacon – bell pepper, lemon-chive vinaigrette
  • Bavette Steak & Kale Salad – mushrooms, dates, Parmesan, creamy balsamic dressing
  • Moroccan-Spiced Tilapia with Couscous – roasted carrots, lemon aioli
  • Harissa Apricot Chicken – almonds, farro with spinach & currants
  • Turkey Tacos with Mango Chimichurri Slaw – refried beans, Monterey Jack cheese
  • Herbed Pork Filet with Quick Ratatouille – scallion mashed potatoes, lemon-basil caper sauce
  • Black Bean & Corn Quesadillas – rice with roasted tomatoes, spiced cilantro-lime crema
  • Beef Tenderloin & Bok Choy Rice Bowls – pickled cabbage & radish, sesame seeds, Sriracha
  • Baja Cauliflower Bowls – rice with corn & roasted peppers, chipotle aioli, cashews
  • Roasted Chickpea & Broccoli Bowls -- couscous, grape tomatoes, kale, almonds, dates, herb miso-tahini sauce
  • Curry-Spiced Sweet Potato Wraps -- chickpeas, mango almond slaw, curry hummus, schug sauce
  • Pesto & Kale Salad Flatbreads -- roasted peppers, mushrooms, onion, dried apricots, almonds
  • Creamy Tomato Cavatappi -- cauliflower, peas, Parmesan, chives
  • Cajun Cauliflower & Sweet Potato Salad -- kale, corn, heirloom tomatoes, pickled shallot, lemon-Dijon vinaigrette
  • Creamy Broccoli & Potato Soup -- carrots, sharp cheddar cheese, ciabatta croutons
  • Maple BBQ Crispy Cauliflower Sandwiches -- roasted potato wedges, cabbage slaw, ranch crema
  • Roasted Sweet Potato Farro Bowls -- chickpeas, kale, feta, pistachios, turmeric ginger vinaigrette
  • Spicy Thai-Style Turkey Larb Salad -- tomato cilantro rice, chipotle-lime aioli, pepitas
  • Spicy Thai-Style Turkey Larb Salad -- lettuce, toasted peanuts, mint, cilantro
  • Cantina Chicken & White Bean Soup -- cheddar cheese, sour cream, Cholula sauce, tortilla chips
  • Sesame-Ginger Chicken & Eggplant -- sautéed snap peas, cabbage & carrots, sesame seeds
  • Pork Filet with Apricot Pan Sauce -- cauliflower “rice” with chard, almonds
  • Swiss Cheese Pork Chops & Mashed Cauli -- garlicky green beans
  • Monterey Jack Smothered Chicken -- creamy mushroom sauce, roasted summer squash & tomato
  • Creamy Garlic-Herb Chicken Skillet -- roasted cauliflower, peas, kale, sun-dried tomatoes
  • Barramundi with Turmeric-Coconut Rice -- kale, chickpeas, almonds, cilantro-lime crema
  • Pesto Chicken with Roasted Potatoes -- balsamic kale salad, apple, walnuts
  • Honey Ginger Shrimp -- sautéed cabbage, carrots & scallion, sesame seeds
  • Lemony Sockeye Salmon & Fresh Fettuccine -- creamy Parmesan-caper sauce, roasted broccoli
  • Beef Tenderloin & Brown Butter Carrots -- garlicky broccoli, Worcestershire pan sauce
  • Alfredo Truffle Cavatappi -- delicious meals in minutes
  • Indian-Inspired Chicken with Turmeric Rice -- delicious meals in minutes

Check out our Green Chef reviews to learn more! Have you tried Green Chef? Leave a review for the community! 

4. Sprinly

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About this Meal Kit: Sprinly sends organic, plant-based meals that are ready to eat in three minutes or less. They advertise honestly healthy, nutritionist-approved meals that are prepared fresh and delivered to your door each week. Just choose your favorite dishes from their weekly menu and follow simple directions to heat and serve your meal within minutes. Meals come in eco-friendly packaging that is safe for the microwave, oven, and freezer, and is 100% recyclable. Their flexible plan allows you to pause or skip weeks as often as you'd like. Looking to eat healthier, but don't have a lot of time to cook? Sprinly could be the subscription for you.

The Cost: Choose six meals per week for $109.00, 12 meals per week for $199.00, or 18 meals per week for $289.00. All plans include free delivery. Sign up here!

Ships to: The U.S. East Coast, Midwest, and South. Check here to see if Sprinly delivers to you.

Order Cutoff: Menu selections and changes need to be made by Tuesday at 11:59 pm EST.

Here’s what’s on Sprinly's menu next week:

  • Baked Lasagna with Tomatoes, Basil and Creamy Mushrooms
  • Almond Ginger Quinoa Bowl with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Sliced Apples
  • Pesto Pasta with Sun-dried Tomato Cakes and Spinach
  • Black Bean Burrito Bowl with Avocado Crema and Tomatillo Salsa
  • Sweet and Sour Tofu & Broccoli with Red Rice
  • Baby Kale and Cranberry Salad with Blueberry Basil Balsamic

What do you think about the menu this week? Did any of these Sprinly recipes catch your eye?

Check out our Sprinly reviews to learn more. Have you tried Sprinly? Leave a review for the community! 

5. Factor_

About this Meal Kit: This meal delivery service sends dishes that are already cooked, so rather than unpacking ingredients for a meal you make yourself, all you have to do is pop 'em in the microwave for 5 minutes or less. Factor_ ingredients include grass-fed meats with no antibiotics or hormones, and organic and non-GMO produce. Meal options include keto, plant-based, low-carb, and/or low-calorie.

The Cost: The price for the subscription varies depending on your options. Visit the site directly to learn more. Subscribe here!

ACTIVE DEAL: Limited Time Only! Get up to $130 off + free shipping on your first box
CODE: MSA130FREE

Ships to: The U.S. Shipping costs vary per location.

Order cutoff: All changes must be made by 11:59 pm CT on Wednesdays for delivery the following week.

Next week, Factor_ is offering the following meal options:

  • Smoky Gouda Chicken with Roasted Red Potatoes & Parmesan Green Beans
  • Shredded Chicken & Spinach–Pesto Tortellini with Roasted Tomatoes, Garlic Butter Zucchini, Peppers & Onions
  • Jalapeño–Sweet Corn Polenta & Chicken with Roasted Peppers, Cauliflower & Fajita Butter
  • Ginger Teriyaki Salmon with Roasted Cabbage, Forbidden Rice, Sesame Green Beans & Roasted Onions
  • Red Wine Mushroom & Chicken Fusilli with Mushrooms & Garlic Broccoli
  • Cavatappi & Meatballs with Marinara Sauce & Garlic Broccoli
  • Truffle Butter Filet Mignon with Potato-Leek Mash & Roasted Carrots
  • Basil–Garlic Barramundi & Tomato Cream with Broccoli, Roasted Zucchini, Peppers & Parmesan–Basil Butter
  • Roasted Red Pepper Filet Mignon with Tortellini Primavera & Lemon Garlic Butter
  • Sun-Dried Tomato & Spinach Shrimp with Roasted Grape Tomatoes & Zucchini Medley
  • Parmesan & Garlic Cream Shredded Beef with Herb-Roasted Potatoes & Buttered Broccoli
  • Fajita–Spiced Shrimp & Filet Mignon with Chili Creamed Cauliflower & Zucchini
  • Jamaican Jerk Salmon & Shrimp with Stewed Black Beans, Pineapple Salsa & Coconut Brown Rice
  • Marinara Meatballs & Mash with Garlicky Green Beans
  • Sweet & Smoky BBQ Grilled Chicken with Ranch Smashed Potatoes, Garlic Broccoli & Cauliflower
  • Parmesan & Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Penne with Roasted Green Beans & Pearl Onions
  • Chicken Pesto Cavatappi with Balsamic Roasted Green Beans & Grape Tomatoes
  • Santa Fe–Style Green Chile Beef Skillet with Jalapeño Creamed Corn & Green Chile Rice
  • Smoky Paprika Cream Chicken Thighs with Diced Cauliflower & Chili–Garlic Zucchini
  • Baharat–Spiced Pork & Turmeric–Chickpea Rice with Roasted Tomatoes, Smoky Onion Butter Cauliflower & Cilantro Mint Chutney
  • Creamy Dill Shrimp Cavatappi with Chile-Spiced Broccoli & Cauliflower
  • Beef Bolognese & Mushroom Lasagnette with Italian Herb Zucchini Noodles & Roasted Tomatoes
  • Fiesta Salmon with Black Bean & Corn Sauté, Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Chipotle Lime Crema
  • Italian Sausage & Roasted Red Pepper Lasagnette with Garlicky Green Beans
  • Romano & Black Pepper Shrimp Pasta with Broccoli & Cauliflower
  • Chorizo & Black Bean Queso Fundido with Mexican–Seasoned Rice & Roasted Peppers
  • Cheesy Bacon Ranch Shredded Chicken with Roasted Mushrooms & Garlic Butter Broccoli
  • Cilantro Chicken with Brown Rice, Black Beans & Spicy Corn Esquites
  • Fiery Jalapeño Cheddar Chicken with Creamy Paprika Cauliflower “Rice” & Roasted Zucchini
  • Roman–Style Chicken Thigh Penne with Roasted Peppers & Parmesan-Roasted Zucchini
  • Classic Pork Chop & Applesauce with Yukon Mash, Roasted Green Beans & Pearl Onions
  • Paprika Beef & Pepper Goulash Macaroni with Roasted Onions, Whipped Herb Neufchâtel Cheese & Broccoli
  • Chicken Florentine with Spinach & Garlic-Chili Cauliflower
  • Garlic–Mushroom Chicken Thighs with Creamy Cauliflower Rice & Garlic Green Beans
  • Garlic & Herb Chicken Breast with Smoked Cheddar Cauli “Grits” & Garlic Broccoli
  • Blackened Salmon with Smoked Gouda Cauliflower “Grits” & Garlic Broccoli
  • Loaded Bacon & Spinach Shredded Chicken with Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Ranch Sour Cream
  • Herbed Ricotta & Beef Ragu with Roasted Parmesan Walnuts & Zucchini Noodles
  • Chimichurri Pork Tenderloin with Red Pepper Cauliflower Mash & Roasted Squash
  • Stroganoff–Style Beef Burger with Parmesan Green Beans & Roasted Mushrooms
  • Garlic Butter Shrimp & Creamed Kale with Zucchini–Pepper–Onion Medley
  • Tuscan–Style Pork Chop with Steamed Kale, Garlicky Cauliflower Mash & Chive–Buttered Broccoli
  • Browned Butter Grilled Chicken & Yukon Mash with Roasted Green Beans & Mushrooms
  • Creamy Tomato Chicken & Zucchini Noodles with Pesto Broccoli
  • Four–Cheese Tortellini & Italian Sausage Pizzaiola with Sautéed Kale & Garlicky Green Beans
  • Southwestern–Style Turkey White Chili with Poblanos, Chili–Roasted Zucchini & Cilantro Crema
  • Roasted Tomato & Feta Cavatappi with Broccoli & Red Peppers
  • Poblano, Potato & White Bean Stew with Fajita Peppers & Tamale Cake
  • Thai Roasted Vegetable Green Curry with Coconut Lime Rice
  • Smoked Tofu Peanut & Veggie Stir-Fry with Brown Rice, Sesame Green Beans, Edamame & Soy Vinaigrette

Wanna learn more? Check out our Factor reviews for more info! Have you tried Factor? Leave a review for the community!

6. Purple Carrot

About this Meal Kit: Calling all vegans! Purple Carrot features meals that are 100% plant-based, so it's a great option for diners who avoid meat and are dairy-free (and for those looking to incorporate more meatless meals into their diet). Each week's menu features a creative selection of unique recipes inspired by everything from comfort food classics to global staples. In addition to the standard meal kits, subscribers can also add breakfast, lunch, and snacks to their weekly order.

The Cost: $12.00 per serving. Sign up here!

Ships to: The U.S.

Order cutoff: The deadline to finalize your menu selection is 11:59 PM EST the Tuesday before your next expected shipment.

Here's what's on the Purple Carrot menu next week:

  • Kung Pao Cauliflower with Garlicky Cucumbers
  • Penne Pesto Alla Trapanese with Lemon Breadcrumbs
  • Jackfruit Gyros with Quick Pickles & Tzatziki
  • Miso Leek Pasta with Roasted Garlic & Calabrian Breadcrumbs
  • Sticky Mango Tofu with Quinoa & Lime
  • Green Goddess Sweet Potatoes with Crispy Chickpeas
  • Garden Veggie Pizzas with Peppers & Mushrooms
  • Spicy Corn Curry with Peanut-Chile Crunch & Quinoa
  • One Pot Artichoke Orzo with Dilly Spinach & Crispy Onions
  • Smoky Mushroom Tacos Dorados with Swiss Chard & Mojo Rojo Crema
  • Bulgogi Lettuce Cups with Shiitake Protein & Kimchi
  • Pasta Primavera with Asparagus & Pistachio Relish
  • Crispy Cheese Burritos with Tomato Chutney
  • Smashed Cucumber & Udon Salad with Spicy Szechuan Tofu
  • French Onion Burgers with Cheese Fries
  • Girl Dinner with Whipped Tofu-Beet Dip & Garlic Fries
  • Bbq Burnt Ends with Crispy Potatoes & Brussels Sprouts

You can also choose from ready-to-eat meals:

  • Enchiladas Mole with Pinto Beans & Rice
  • Vibrant Falafel Bowl with Turmeric Orzo & Harissa Carrots
  • Veggie Fried Rice with Edamame & JUST Egg™
  • Cauliflower Palak with Curried Chickpeas & Carrot Biryani
  • General Tso’s Crispy Shiitake Protein with Veggie-Loaded Rice
  • Elote Style Creamed Corn with Roasted Plantains & Mojo Verde Potatoes
  • Shawarma Spiced Broc & Cauli with Harissa-Tahini Chickpeas
  • Mushroom & Artichoke Ravioli Cacciatore
  • Burrito Bowl with Mojo Verde Plantains
  • Artichoke & Mushroom Ravioli with Kale & Romesco
  • Chilled Sesame Noodles with Miso Tofu
  • Pesto Portobello Tortellini with Tofu Ricotta & Broccoli
  • Mango Fried Rice with Thai Curry Tofu
  • Just Egg™ & “Cheese” Burrito with Potatoes & Tomatillo Salsa
  • Cheasy Enchiladas Rojas with Pinto Beans
  • Alfredo Cavatappi with Summer Vegetables
  • Overnight Oats with Blueberries & Almonds
  • Coconut Chia Parfait with Mango & Pistachios
  • Protein Power Oats with Apples & Almond Butter
  • Lemon Rice Pilaf with Mint & Peas
  • Roasted Mojo Verde Potatoes
  • Chile Con Queso Mac & Cheese
  • Jeweled Apricot Quinoa with Currants & Almonds
  • Sweet Potato Burrito with White Beans & Kale
  • Garlic Roasted Broccoli
  • Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower Shawarma

And their popular lunch meal kits:

  • Peanut Noodles with Sesame Brussels Sprouts
  • Samosa Veggie Wraps with Chickpeas & Tomato Chutney
  • Jalapeño Popper Melts with Cheddar & Cream Cheese
  • Tzatziki Rice Bowls with Zucchini Salad
  • Samosa Veggie Wraps with Chickpeas & Tomato Chutney

Or their breakfast meal kits:

  • Lime Chia Parfaits with Coconut & Kiwi
  • Caper Dill Bagels with Everything Cream Cheese
  • Spanish Breakfast Tortilla with Cilantro Crema
  • Smashed Chickpea Toast with Pesto Tomatoes

What's your favorite meal on the menu?

Check out our Purple Carrot reviews to learn more! Have you tried Purple Carrot? Leave a review for the community! 

7. Gobble

About this Meal Kit: Gobble specializes in streamlined meal kits that will help you get dinner on the table in 15 minutes. When you sign up, you’ll choose between the standard “Dinner” plan and the “Lean & Clean” plan. Both offer the same convenience and flexibility, but “Lean & Clean” recipes feature lean proteins, healthy fats, and are under 600 calories per serving.

The Cost: Meals cost $11.99 per serving + $6.99 shipping. Sign up here!

ACTIVE DEAL: Limited Time Only! Get 6 meals for $36. No coupon needed - just use this link.

Ships to: Most states in the contiguous United States. They do not deliver to Montana, Hawaii, or Alaska, and there is currently limited service in Nebraska and New Mexico. Enter your zip code on the sign-up page to see if they deliver to your area.

Order Cutoff: The deadline to skip or modify upcoming orders is Wednesday at 11:59 pm for the following week’s delivery.

Here's what's on the Gobble menu next week:

  • Butter Chicken with Basmati Rice & Naan Bread
  • Spring Pot Roast with Asparagus over Creamy Mashed Potatoes
  • Shrimp Scampi with Linguine in Lemon-Garlic Butter Sauce
  • Roasted Cauliflower & Italian Chile Pepper Panini with Marinated Bean Salad
  • Asian-Style Tofu Lettuce Cups with Jasmine Rice
  • Japanese-Style Chicken Tsukune Meatballs with Sweet Barley & Ohitashi Spinach
  • Shrimp Louie Sandwich with Cheesy Baked Zucchini Wedges
  • Cheesy Mexican Squash Flatbread with Black Beans & Chipotle Pesto
  • Mojo Tacos with Braised Shredded Pork & Salsa Verde
  • Creamy Penne with Sautéed Brussels Sprouts & Green Peas
  • Chicken Milanese with Garlic-Roasted Vegetables
  • Steak Cobb Salad with Bacon, Egg, & Avocado
  • Thai-Style Salmon with Toasted Cashews & Haricots Verts Stir-Fry
  • Moo Shu Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Sugar Snap Peas & Hoisin Dipping Sauce
  • Provençal Jumbo Shrimp Stew with Lemon Aïoli & Crostini
  • Filet & Crab Cake "Oscar" with Roasted Asparagus & Tomato
  • Mother’s Day Cinnamon French Toast Casserole with Bacon & Fruit Cocktail for Four
  • Saffron Paella with Chicken, Sausage, & Clams for Four
  • Shredded Pork Chile Verde with Spanish Rice for Four
  • Chicken Parm with Penne Pasta & Parmesan Broccoli
  • Beef Pot Roast over Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
  • Spicy Penne Arrabbiata with Italian Sausage and Roasted Bell Peppers
  • Lemon Shrimp with Cavatappi Pasta
  • Cauliflower Mac & Cheese
  • Veggie Penne al Limone with Spinach and Sweet Peas
  • Butter Chicken with Vegetable Biryani Rice
  • Shrimp Scampi over Linguini
  • Sichuan Style Pork Dan Dan Noodles with Bok Choy
  • Beef Shepherd's Pie with Mashed Potatoes
  • Broccoli Mac & Cheese
  • Saag Paneer with Basmati Rice
  • Wedge Salad with Bacon, Blue Cheese, & Tomatoes
  • Italian Chopped Salad with Mozzarella
  • Spring Panzanella with Goat Cheese & Lemon Vinaigrette
  • Garlic Naan Bread
  • Quattro Formaggio Mac 'n' Cheese
  • Vegetable Samosas with Chutneys
  • Baked Garlic Bread
  • Rosemary Goat Cheese en Croute
  • Baked Brie with Seasonal Jam
  • Thai Coconut Curry Chicken Soup
  • Turkish Lentil Soup with Feta & Harissa
  • Petite Breakfast Quiche Lorraine
  • Petite Breakfast Quiche Florentine
  • Artisanal Belgian Waffles with Mixed Berry Compote & Cinnamon-Brown Sugar Butter
  • Egg, Spinach, & Mushroom Breakfast Wrap
  • Bacon, Egg, & Cheese Sandwich
  • Croque Madame with Black Forest Ham & Farm-Fresh Eggs
  • Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
  • Peanut Butter Cookie Dough
  • White Chocolate Macadamia Cookie Dough
  • Triple Chocolate Chunk Cookie Dough
  • Lemon Drop Cookie Dough
  • Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Dough
  • Crêpes Suzette with Orange & Pistachio
  • White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake (2 count)
  • Key Lime Pie Cheesecake (2 count)

8. EveryPlate

Image from our review.

About this Meal Kit: EveryPlate is a simple and wallet-friendly meal kit subscription that sends classic and tasty meals aimed at budget-conscious diners. While this subscription does not cater to those with dietary restrictions, it does offer meals at a fraction of the price of the competition.

The Cost: The price for the subscription varies depending on your options. Visit the site directly to learn more. Sign up here!

Ships to: Most of the contiguous U.S. for $8.99. Check here to see if they deliver to your area!

Order cutoff: All changes must be made by 11:59 pm ET 5 days prior to delivery.

Here's what's on the EveryPlate menu next week:

  • Creamy Tomato Chicken Sausage Cavatappi with Roasted Garlic & Bell Pepper
  • Sweet Umami Beef Bowls with Pickled Cucumber & Sriracha Aioli
  • Smothered Pork Chops with Roasted Carrots & Mashed Potatoes
  • Southwest Pork Flautas with Zesty Crema & Pico de Gallo
  • Hotel Butter Steak with Broccoli Amandine & Crispy Potato Rounds
  • Honey Sriracha Fried Chicken with Mashed Sweet Potatoes & Zucchini
  • Tex-Mex Marinated Pork Tacos with Pico de Gallo & Lime Crema
  • Spicy Tex-Mex Beef & Rice Bowls with Pico de Gallo & Lime Crema
  • Super Smashed Burgers with Caramelized Onion, Chipotle Aioli & Potato Wedges
  • Ponzu Chili Steak Bowls with Snap Peas, Garlic Ginger Rice & Chili Mayo
  • Creamy Tomato & Lemon-Herb Chicken Soup with Chicken Thighs & Couscous
  • Creamy Lemon & Zucchini Rigatoni with Fresh Rigatoni, Tomato & Parmesan
  • Smoky Shrimp Paella with Bell Pepper, Peas & Garlic Aioli
  • Black Bean & Pepper Jack Tostadas with Southwest Lime Crema & Spicy Pico de Gallo
  • Roasted Sesame Broccoli & Mushroom Bowls with Fried Eggs & Creamy Chili Garlic Sauce
  • Sesame Mushroom & Zucchini Lo Mein with Carrots & Scallions
  • Bacon & Gouda Smothered Chicken with Green Beans & Crispy Potatoes
  • Beef Bolognese With Fresh Fettuccine plus Italian Herbs
  • Southwest Crispy Chicken Sandos with Tomato, Oven Fries & Spicy Aioli
  • Pork Schnitzel with Gravy plus Garlicky Mashed Potatoes & Peas
  • Cuban-Style Black Bean & Rice Bowls with Salsa Fresca, Lime Crema & Green Pepper
  • Easy Peasy Lemon Squeezy Feta Pasta with Garlic & Shallot
  • Pork Sausage & Pepper Sandos with Marinara Sauce, Parmesan & Potato Wedges
  • Creamy Tomato Chicken Penne with Garlic & Italian Herbs
  • Cheesy Bacon Croque Monsieur Sandwiches with Lemon-Shallot Arugula Salad
  • Spicy Al Pastor-Style Pulled Pork Tacos with Pineapple Salsa
  • Soy-Marinated Chicken with Spicy Mayo plus Sweet Potato & Broccoli Tempura
  • Meal Prep Sweet Soy-Chili Chicken - Simplify your week with this make-ahead main!
  • Meal Prep Ponzu-Glazed Beef - Simplify your week with this make-ahead main!
  • Meal Prep Fajita Veggies Platter - Simplify your week with these make-ahead sides!
  • Meal Prep Broccoli, Carrots & Rice - Simplify your week with these make-ahead sides!
  • Spicy Tex-Mex Beef Salad with Pico de Gallo & Lime Crema
  • Ponzu Chili Steak Salad with Snap Peas & Chili Mayo
  • Tex-Mex Pork Lettuce Wraps with Pico de Gallo & Lime Crema
  • Smothered Pork Chops with Roasted Carrots & Mashed Potatoes
  • Tex-Mex Marinated Pork Tacos with Pico de Gallo & Lime Crema
  • Pork Schnitzel with Gravy plus Garlicky Mashed Potatoes & Peas
  • Tex-Mex Pork Lettuce Wraps with Pico de Gallo & Lime Crema

What do you think of the menu? 

Check out our EveryPlate reviews to learn more! Have you tried EveryPlate? Leave a review for the community!

9. Little Spoon

About this Meal Kit: Little Spoon provides healthy meals, snacks & more that parents can rely on to nourish every stage of their child's growth and development. Freshly made, expertly crafted, and ready in minutes - Little Spoon creates clean and nutritious options for every eating stage, from babies to big kids, delivered right to your door. Little Spoon is committed to making the lives of parents easier without cutting corners.

The Cost:

Ships to: Contiguous US (no shipping to Hawaii or Alaska)

Order cutoff: If customers place their order by 5 PM ET on a Saturday, their delivery will ship out the week immediately following order placement. Orders placed after the Saturday cutoff (post 5 pm EST) will ship the week after next. Following a customer's initial order, all future deliveries are scheduled to ship every two weeks unless otherwise specified by the customer. Customers can adjust their delivery schedule directly within their Little Spoon account.

Here's what's on the Little Spoon menu next week:

  • Black Bean Pupusas
  • Sunny-Butter Chicken
  • Butternut Squash Ravioli
  • Mac and Three Cheese
  • Mini Pancake Puffs
  • Chicken Super Nuggets
  • Whole Wheat Penne and Turkey Kale Meatballs
  • Spinach and Cheese Ravioli
  • The All Star
  • Broccoli Bites
  • Turkey Kale Sliders
  • Cauli Croquettes
  • Turkey Taco
  • Classic Breakfast
  • Mini Turkey Kale Meatballs
  • Slow-Cooked Bolognese
  • Chicken Pot Stickers
  • Cauliflower Cavatappi
  • Chicken Super Nuggets
  • Blueberry Purple Carrot Oatballs
  • Three Cheese Tortellini
  • BBQ Chicken
  • Chicken Teriyaki
  • Chicken and Mini Dumplings
  • Veggie Tender Parm
  • Veggie Chili
  • Ancient Grain Cheesy Sticks

That wraps up next week's menu offerings from the 9 top meal kit delivery services! See anything that strikes your fancy? Let us know which recipes you'll be cooking next week!

Geraldine Orentas
Geraldine Orentas

I'm a Miami-based copywriter and content creator who is healthily obsessed with skincare and wellness. I share my acne-healing journey and brand reviews without filters and let you in on my vibrant life in the city. When I'm not testing a new sunscreen or lost in another K-drama, I'm trying a new fitness class, or cooking something with my husband.


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58 comments

Jen Dods

Can you do a review on What a Crock meals? I have been considering them for a while now.

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Renee S

RealEats was my absolute fave but now that it’s gone I’m left searching yet again for a healthy Pre-Made meal service. I used Factor for a while but due to our dietary issues their selection is very slim. Looks like Sprinly is the only alternative on your list. Please post if you know of any others that are worth trying, Thanks!

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Leslie Plenge

I’d love for you to try Hungry Root so I have your opinion on it, please before I try

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Mary Zubritsky

I’d be thrilled to give them a shot. I keep getting ads from them too!

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Kristin

What the what these comments are almost a year old? Can we be a little more relevant MSA?

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Lisa B

I subscribe to Every Plate, but I am looking at the Gobble meals like “how you doin?”

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Linda

Has anyone tried What a Crock? I placed a one time order that’s supposed to be here Thursday. It looks good and easy. If we like it, I’m going to send some to my father-n-law to try along with a 2 quart crock pot and some liners. He’s been ordering From The Schwan man for a few years. He’s 90 and lives by himself.

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June

Could you do a post that talks about meal kits that are friendly for dietary issues? I’m gluten free and my BF needs to be dairy free, so between the two of us it makes picking a meal kit complicated! Would love an easy to read post broken out by dietary restrictions etc… thanks!!!

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Kelly

Hi I use TrifectaNutrition.com meals as they are very friendly to my diabetic lifestyle.

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Samantha @ MSA

Hi June! Thanks so much for dropping this comment! Your request inspired us to create a post (with charts!) to help our community easily find the meal kit that meets multiple dietary needs. You can check it out here: https://www.mysubscriptionaddiction.com/best-meal-subscriptions-for-dietary-restrictions-and-allergies

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Em

I’m gluten free and dairy free. I have found Marley and Spoon to be the best and tastiest for my needs.

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Lindsey

This is a great request, June! Absolutely!

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TK

We signed up for Factor a few weeks ago and it’s great! My son has after school sports and I’m the “taxi”. It’s almost impossible for us to cook a meal those evenings. We’re very impressed with the quality and quantity of the meals.

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Kelly

We can’t get Marley spoon in northern Minnesota and they’ve been saying “coming soon” for over a year. Would like to try it.

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Lindsey Morse

Sorry to hear that, Kelly! That’s a bummer. Hopefully, they’ll open up subscriptions to your area soon. I’ll keep my fingers crossed for you!

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Kelly

Thanks!!

Tiffany

I usually just buy $100 worth of Chinese food take out and eat on that for several days. You can even freeze it.
I mean that’s $10 for Rice $10 for Chow Mein and 7 $10 entrees.

It feeds 2 people for several days lunch & dinner and you don’t even have to cook.

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Nicole

And we wonder why there’s an obesity epidemic. People like this who eat fast and takeout foods for every meal.

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tpop

The “obesity epidemic” is a made-up term and has no real scientific/medical data. Obesity is a complex medical condition with many causes, some of which are not scientifically understood. It is absolutely false that what you eat is the only cause or solution. Also, this person does not say they eat takeout every meal. Most importantly, it’s not your business to judge what other people eat.

Sue

Yikes! That’s so unhealthy.

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Angel

I recently signed up for Factor and I’m in love! Everything I’ve tried has been delicious (except the chipotle black bean soup, which was a bit bland for me and I wouldn’t spend that much on it again). It’s incredibly convenient and the quality of the ingredients they use is fantastic. I was very pleasantly surprised, because I don’t do diets and I’m definitely a foodie. The only downside is that it’s pricey, especially if you’re feeding more than one. I order the 6 meal plan, and eat them for lunch (price is comparable to takeout), and cook regular dinners for my family.

I also get Home Chef, and I really appreciate the oven-ready selections they have. I don’t have a ton of time to spend in the kitchen, and Home Chef does most of the prep work in their oven-ready & 15 minute meals. They taste good and the portion sizes are generous.

I got Hello Fresh for about a year prior to discovering Home Chef. Their meals are good and I liked them, but they require more prep/ time in the kitchen than I’m usually able to spend.

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BB

Agreed! Factor is the best! I’ve been subscribed to the 6 meal plan for three months or so and rarely is there a dish I’m not fond of. I wish MSA would do some reviews. I think they did once but I would love to see more.

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Jessica Hapak

I was ready to try gobble, but they’re at capacity in my area. Hopefully soon that changes!

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Rochelle

Thank you for this run down!

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Kristin

Was notified Sunday night my Marley won’t be coming Tuesday, would have been nice to have known Saturday before the snow/ice storm hit. I understand weather delays but more advanced noticed would have been helpful. I will have to dig deep to come up with dinners this week.

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Tiffany

I’ve recently switched from Marley Spoon and Hello Fresh to Purple Carrot. I am so impressed! The quality of ingredients is great. The recipes are simple, but with a few components to make them balanced and interesting. I am always amazed by the large quantity of food when I’m finished cooking, too!

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cheryl

There servings are HIGH in calories

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Bridget

I’ve tried Every Plate, Hello Fresh, Dinnerly, Blue Apron, and Home Chef. Liked best and stuck with Hello Fresh however I’ve noticed decreased quality in produce recently and smaller portions. I got a box that should serve 4 and the Ramen recipe had one small bag of Ramen noodles…have they ever seen a serving of Ramen? Barely fed my 9 year old boys and husband…I didn’t get any! Never used to be this way…portions actually used to be too big at times. Very disappointed lately.

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Am2cents

I have noticed that too! I subscribe to blue apron, hello fresh, dinnerly, Martha and spoon, and everyplate, home chef and I noticed since COVID most of the portion sizes shrunk. I even noticed that with the protein. They would like 10oz on the recipe card but actually only send 6-8oz on the package!. I thought I was the only one…

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zo

If that happens you should give them a call and they will give you a credit. It happened to me once with Marley Spoon. They sent an email saying the card said 10 oz. but they only had 8 oz. portions so they were sending 2 meat portions for 16 oz. total. I only received one portion and they credited me $15 back.

Lauren

Same here…was very fond of Dinnerly for most of last year and thankful to find an affordable option to shopping during our pandemic…but the last 2-3 months I have been skipping weeks because I’m no longer satisfied with some of the produce and portion sizes. Has to be because we are all jumping on the band wagon and maybe stressing the system. Understandably, this week’s box was cancelled due to weather.

Laurie

Blue Apron is my favorite but it’s not included 🙁

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Lindsey Morse

Hi Laurie! Thanks for chiming in to let us know you love Blue Apron! I used to feature Blue Apron on this weekly roundup post, but I took it off the list last week to give a couple of new boxes some airtime. Glad to know it’s your fave; I’ll keep that in mind for future posts. 🙂

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Svetlana7e

Why is this post re-listed as new but comments from 2-3 months ago?

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Lindsey Morse

Hi Svetlana7e! This is a recurring post that’s updated every week to showcase current menus. The content is new every week, but some of the comments are from past postings.

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BG

Old content pushed to the top. At least 1 of these has not been reviewed in 2.5 years (June 2018) yet it’s still got the MSA stamp of approval. Seems like another example of the complaints people feel constantly advertised to with your affiliate links. 👎

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Lindsey Morse

Factor and Trifecta have been on my radar for a while, but Pete’s Paleo is new to me. I’ll do some research and discuss with the team. (Please feel free to chime in any time with suggestions for boxes you’d like to see reviewed. I’m all ears.) And thanks for voicing your preference to see kits reviewed multiple times; that’s helpful to hear. 🙂

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Lindsey Morse

Hi BG, thanks for taking the time to comment. I know it’s time for new reviews of some of these boxes, and we’re on it! (I actually had a Sprinly meal for lunch today. Review coming soon!) I recently rejoined the MSA team to focus on food and beverage boxes, and I’m excited about what’s coming in 2021.

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BB

I would love some healthy meal kits and ready made meals reviewed for the new year! I’m interested in Green Chef and Sun Basket as well as Factor, Trifecta and Pete’s Paleo.

I tried Sun Basket a few times last winter and had issues with produce freezing and arriving wilted and unusable. It’s helpful for me to see meal kits reviewed more than once (ideally at least four times) to account for issues like these. I’m hesitant to try Sun Basket again unless I can see evidence of the product arriving in good condition and I also enjoy seeing pictures of how the recipes turn out.

Laura

What is interesting on Home Chef is that the prices I have for these items is different in my account. For example, the first three items above show $9.95 per serving where my price is $8.99. I wonder if it varies based on location? Or a member vs. non-member price?

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Lindsey Morse

Oh, wow. Huh. That is interesting, Laura. I’ll reach out to Home Chef this week to see if I can get clarification, and I’ll update based on what they say. Thanks for the head’s up!

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Gloria

My Blue Apron box was delayed for 1 day. I received an email letting me know that if the box did not arrived today they will issue me a credit. My box did not arrive 🙁 This caused a major interruption as I did not do groceries on the weekend, so today I had to order takeout. I live in Miami, curious to know if other people have had the same situation due to weather inclemencies.

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Gloria

Blue Apron has a complete Thanksgiving menu under their Meal Prep it has turkey, sides and dessert. I ordered and Im looking forward to it.

I love to cook and for many years I thought meal prep kits were gimmicky. I tried Blue Apron out of curiosity and fell in love with them. I love their wine sub and they pair it with the food. Recently you can add a box of food and/or wine. for next week I have 2 deliveries the Thanksgiving and Signature. That way I can avoid going to the food market that week.

I think is worth to mention that Blue Apron has 3 options weekly. Signature (2 servings), Signature for 4 (4 servings) and meal
prep. There are different options in every menu. Although some of the Signature and Signature for 4 are the same.

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Lindsey Morse

Awww thanks so much, Gloria!! You just put a big old smile on my face. It’s good to be back, and you’ll definitely be seeing more reviews from me! 🙂

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Lindsey Morse

Thank you so much for your comment, Gloria, and for sharing your experience with Blue Apron! I appreciate you pointing out the different menu menus available. I’m going to update this post to reflect those options, and I’ll make sure they’re included in future menus too. Really appreciate the feedback!

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Gloria

Hi Lindsey!!! I’ve always been a fan of your reviews. I remember you
use to do the ones for Raw Spice and other one that I dont recall the name. I do remember there was a Tagine!

Hope to see more reviews from
your part.

Jen

My favorite is Gobble! For the easiest and most consistently delicious recipes. I also use Sun Basket and Blue Apron some weeks.

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Morgan

I love that you started posting all the menus together. I’ve been wanting to sign up for one, just waiting for a good week.

I wish you could post which meals have an upcharge, like the steak and lobster!

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Lindsey Morse

Yay, Morgan, I’m glad that you’re finding these posts helpful! It shouldn’t be an issue to note which meals are more expensive, and I think it’s a great idea to add upchage info. I won’t be able to update in time for tomorrow’s post, but I’ll see about adding it for the next one. Thanks! 🙂

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MissJ

Dinnerly should be added for an awesome value box. You can get 3 meals for 2 a week for $20 less than the others. EveryPlate is the other value box I’ve tried and liked, same pricing as Dinnerly. Marley spoon owns Dinnerly.

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Lindsey Morse

Hi, MissJ! It’s great to hear that you’ve had good experiences with Everyplate & Dinnerly. I’ll do some research and see about adding one or both to future menu posts! Thanks for the feedback!

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