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Our 8 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, and EveryPlate, 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 December 6 - 12?

Jump to:

HelloFresh
Home Chef
Green Chef
Sprinly
Factor
Purple Carrot
Gobble
EveryPlate

...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!

ACTIVE DEAL: Limited Time Only! 10 Free Meals Across 7 Boxes + Free Apps for Life + First Box Ships Free. Applied As Discount Across 7 Boxes, New Subscriptions Only, Varies By Plan. One free appetizer item per box while subscription is active.
CODE: MSA10A

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:

  • Chili Chili Bang Bang Chicken with Scallion Rice & Roasted Green Beans
  • One-Pot Mexicali Black Bean Soup with the Works
  • Creamy Lemon Butter Chicken with Parmesan Zucchini Rounds & Scallion Couscous
  • Sweet Chili Pork & Cabbage Stir-Fry with Crispy Fried Onions
  • Sweet Thai Chili Burgers with Ginger Scallion Aioli, Crispy Onions & Sweet Potato Wedges
  • Bulgogi Pork Filet with Roasted Carrots & Lemony Rice
  • Caramelized Onion Meatloaf Sandwiches with Potato Wedges & Horseradish Dijonnaise
  • Pepper Jam Pork Filet plus a Kale & Sweet Potato Jumble
  • Cranberry Dijon Pork Filet with Mashed Potatoes & Roasted Green Beans
  • One-Pan Cheesy Black Bean Tacos with Green Pepper & Smoky Red Pepper Crema
  • Black Bean & Pepper Quesadillas with Salsa Fresca & Creamy Guacamole
  • Sweet Corn & Green Pepper Chowder with Old Bay Toast
  • Parmesan-Crusted Trout with Scallion Mashed Sweet Potatoes & Green Beans Amandine
  • Louisiana-Style Tilapia with Potato Wedges, Red Cabbage Slaw & Spicy Remoulade
  • Stuffed Salmon with Creamy Spinach with Roasted Potatoes, Garlicky Asparagus & Lemon-Shallot Sauce
  • Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken with Truffled Chive Mashed Potatoes & Lemony Broccoli
  • Apricot Balsamic Glazed Pork Filet with Ginger Garlic Rice & Sesame Green Beans
  • One-Pot Italian Vegetable Soup with Kale, Israeli Couscous & Garlic Bread
  • Crispy Chickpea Tabbouleh Bowls with Creamy Feta Dressing
  • Pork Chops in Cranberry Shallot Sauce with Garlicky Roasted Potatoes & Green Beans
  • Ricotta Ravioli in Garlic Cream Sauce with Zucchini & Toasted Buttery Panko
  • Lemon Parsley Chicken Paillard with Balsamic Burrata, Arugula Salad & Toasted Baguette
  • Tex-Mex Turkey Stuffed Green Peppers with Smoky Red Pepper Crema & Pickled Red Onion
  • Creamy Spinach Ravioli with Meatballs
  • Zucchini, Grape Tomatoes & Parmesan
  • Sweet Soy Honey Chicken with Green Beans & Jasmine Rice
  • Sweet & Smoky Pork Filet with Chili Roasted Carrots, Mashed Potatoes & Cherry Sauce
  • Red Pepper Jam Pork Chops with Garlic Lime Broccoli & Scallion Rice
  • Spanakopita Spinach Salad with Couscous plus Marinated Tomatoes, Roasted Carrots & Pistachios
  • Fancy French Onion Beef Tenderloin
  • Rosemary Potatoes, Lemon Asparagus & Horseradish Cream
  • Vegan Street Cart–Style Chickpea Bowls with Yellow Rice, Garlicky Hummus Sauce & Pitas
  • Miso Peach Pork Chops with Ginger-Lime Rice & Green Beans
  • Vegan Curried Roasted Chickpea Bowls with Carrots, Spiced Basmati & Red Pepper Chutney
  • Bacon Jalapeño Mac & Cheese with a Crispy Panko Topping
  • Mexican Chicken & Rice Bowls with Salsa Fresca & Lime Sour Cream
  • Creamy Dijon Dill Chicken with Roasted Potatoes & Broccoli
  • Melty Double Red Pepper Panini with Golden Potato Wedges & Herbed Aioli
  • Sizzlin’ Shrimp Bowls with Spicy Mayo plus Garlicky Roasted Broccoli & Sesame Seeds
  • Sizzling Garlic Herb Butter Steak with Potato Wedges plus Honey-Glazed Peas & Carrots
  • Palermo Prosciutto & Chicken Penne with Peas & Parm
  • Chicken Fajita Bowls with Dark Meat Chicken, Chips, Pico & Chili Lime Crema
  • Loaded Shawarma-Style Chicken & Rice Bar
  • Sumac Chicken with Roasted Zucchini, Lemony Rice & Almonds
  • Chicken Sausage & Spinach Ricotta Ravioli with Tomato & Lemon
  • BBQ Cheddar Turkey Burgers with Crispy Fried Onions & Creamy Coleslaw
  • Greek Salad with Spiced Pork Patties plus Red Pepper Hummus, Feta & Creamy Vinaigrette
  • Mandarin Chili Pork Chops with Rice & Roasted Zucchini-Carrot Medley
  • Roasted Garlic & Onion Meatloaves with Mashed Potatoes & Roasted Carrots
  • Cheesy Black Bean Enchiladas with Enchilada Sauce, Cilantro, Pico de Gallo & Lime Crema
  • Cheesy Spinach, Tomato & Feta Panini with Lemon-Oregano Potato Wedges & Garlic Dijonnaise
  • One-Pan Bean & Pepper Lettuce Wraps with Radish Tomato Salsa, Cheese & Guacamole
  • Spicy Tunisian Bulgur Bowls with Zucchini, Carrots, Chermoula & Creamy Lemon Sauce
  • Bulgogi Chicken with Roasted Carrots & Lemony Rice
  • Pepper Jam Chicken plus a Kale & Sweet Potato Jumble
  • Cranberry Dijon Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Roasted Green Beans
  • Apricot Balsamic Glazed Chicken with Ginger Garlic Rice & Sesame Green Beans
  • Pork Chops in Cranberry Shallot Sauce with Garlicky Roasted Potatoes & Green Beans
  • Sweet & Smoky Chicken with Chili Roasted Carrots, Mashed Potatoes & Cherry Sauce
  • Red Pepper Jam Pork Chops with Garlic Lime Broccoli & Scallion Rice
  • Miso Peach Pork Chops with Ginger-Lime Rice & Green Beans
  • Bacon Jalapeño Mac & Cheese with a Crispy Panko Topping
  • Spicy Ranch Garlic Bread Cheeseburgers with Roasted Potato Wedges
  • Steak with Parmesan Chive Sauce plus Crispy Truffle Smashed Potatoes & Roasted Green Beans
  • Creamy Gochujang Noodles with Fried Egg plus Monterey Jack, Pickled Cucumber & Sesame Seeds
  • Moo Shu Pork Lettuce Wraps with Red Cabbage & Sriracha-Lime Mayo
  • Million Dollar Spaghetti with Beef plus Mozzarella, Italian Herbs & Scallions
  • Umami-Ginger Chicken Lo Mein with Dark Meat Chicken, Cabbage & Sesame Seeds
  • Cheesy Pork & Black Bean Bake with Lime Rice, Sour Cream & Tortillas
  • Chopped Chicken Caesar Salad Sandwiches
  • Indian-Style Butter Chicken & Rice

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 Peppercorn Beef Cheddar Burger with sautéed onions and buttermilk-dill fries
  • Spinach Artichoke-Stuffed Chicken with green beans amandine
  • Fiesta Sirloin and Spicy Jalapeño Relish with cauliflower and pepper elotes
  • Grown-Up Chicken Nuggets and Spaghetti Alfredo with Parmesan
  • Sliced Steak Strip Sandwich with Horseradish Cream and pot roast potatoes
  • Buttermilk Chicken Schnitzel with cucumber-dill sauce and zucchini
  • Honey-Garlic Shrimp Rice Bowl with plantains and corn salsa
  • Rockefeller Salmon Cakes with bacon potato hash
  • Greek-Style Turkey Stuffed Peppers with tzatziki
  • Southwestern-Style Beef Taco Soup with cheddar and tortilla strips
  • Parmesan-Crusted Turkey Meatloaf with buttery green beans amandine
  • Spicy Kung Pao Tofu with peanuts and broccoli
  • Potato and Butternut Squash Chowder with cheesy bread
  • Cream of Broccoli Rigatoni with garlic bread croutons
  • One-Pot Pesto & Sausage Rigatoni with crispy onions and Parmesan
  • Black Pepper Steak Strips with garlic sesame sauce and rice
  • Shrimp Carbonara Fettuccine with peas and bacon
  • Apricot-Glazed Chicken with savory garlic vegetable medley
  • White Cheddar Fondue Sirloin with air-fried bacon broccoli
  • Buttery Mushroom Risotto with olive oil ciabatta toast
  • Sheet Pan Red Pepper and Almond-Crusted Chicken with buttery feta potatoes
  • Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Trout with dill potatoes and green beans
  • Sheet Pan Chimichurri Pork Meatballs with feta, roasted vegetables, and tzatziki
  • Pork Chop and Lemony Garlic Butter with asparagus and onions
  • Chipotle BBQ Pork Tacos with ranch slaw
  • One-Pan Beef Cheeseburger-Style Salad with bacon
  • BLT-Inspired Chicken with buttermilk-dill broccoli
  • Tex-Mex-Style Vegetable Quesadilla with green onions and crema
  • Pistachio Pesto Pasta with garlicky vegetables
  • Tzatziki Beef Meatballs with feta rice and pepper pilaf
  • Cherry-Dijon Pork Medallions with green beans and mashed potatoes
  • Herbed Maple Salmon with sun-dried tomato green beans
  • Tuscan-Style Chicken with fire roasted tomato ziti
  • Creamy White Cheddar Rice with Shrimp and spinach
  • Tangy BBQ Chicken with cheesy broccoli
  • Cheesy Taco Beef Meatloaf with black beans, corn, and rice
  • Shrimp Penne with Mustard Cream Sauce and spinach
  • Salsa Chicken Enchiladas with sour cream and crispy jalapeños
  • Hawaiian-Style Pulled Pork Sloppy Joe with citrus and red cabbage slaw
  • Sunday Sauce Meatballs with farro, green beans, and Parmesan
  • Italian Sausage Pasta with peas and Parmesan
  • Moroccan-Style Spicy Meatball and Brown Rice Bowl with peas and Parmesan
  • Southwest Enchilada Pork Bowl with rice and guacamole

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! Get $250 off + free shipping
CODE: MSA200

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:

  • Pork Filet with Creamy Chimichurri with cheesy cauliflower mash, roasted summer squash
  • Cumin-Spiced Cobia over Bulgur Pilaf with scallion, tomato, ají verde sauce, carrot-lime slaw
  • BBQ Pork Meatloaves & Cabbage Apple Slaw with smoky roasted potato wedges
  • Mediterranean Pork with Feta Kale Salad with lemon-basil caper sauce, summer squash, tomato, cabbage
  • Harissa Barramundi with Apricot Sauce with orzo with chard & shallot, roasted almonds
  • Sesame-Ginger Chicken with sautéed snap peas, cabbage & carrots, sesame seeds
  • Lemon-Basil Pork Filet with Capers with roasted broccoli & rainbow carrots, feta, lemon, pine nuts, dates
  • Sweet Potato “Steaks” & Warm Kale Salad with hazelnut-panko topping, maple, shallot, cabbage, cranberries
  • Shepherd’s Pie with mashed potato, carrots, peas, white cheddar, chives
  • Roasted Salmon with Lemon Butter Sauce with pesto couscous with almonds & peas, Parmesan
  • Steak & Shrimp Scampi Linguine with roasted red peppers, Parmesan, parsley
  • Fig & Prosciutto Pita Pizzas with feta, mozzarella, tomato, kale salad with hazelnuts
  • Chicken Fajita Tacos with Chimichurri with cotija cheese, Cholula sauce
  • Cheesy Pesto Chicken Bowls with sautéed summer squash noodles, balsamic tomato topping
  • Street Cart-Style Turkey Bulgur Bowls with currants, almonds, pitas, cardamom-spiced yogurt
  • Panko Chicken with Lemon Aïoli with toasted pearl couscous, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted broccoli
  • Herbed Turkey & Kale Bulgur Bowls with apricots, pistachios, schug crema, tomato
  • Creamy Chimichurri Pork Bowls with lime rice, mango salsa, Cholula, toasted pepitas
  • Mexican-Spiced Black Bean Salad with guacamole, tomatoes, cheddar, pepitas, cilantro vinaigrette
  • Beef Tenderloin & Cheddar Mashed Potatoes with caramelized onion fig sauce, roasted broccoli, scallion
  • Harissa-Spiced Kale & Ricotta Flatbreads with roasted red peppers, feta cheese, sliced almonds
  • Apricot Chickpea Couscous Bowls with roasted summer squash, almonds, feta, za’atar crema
  • Roasted Garlic & Fennel Flatbreads with artichoke hearts, seasoned tomato, kale salad
  • Red Pepper-Shallot Melts with Kale Salad with mozzarella, pistachios, lemon, Parmesan, herb miso-tahini sauce
  • Spicy Harissa Carrot Soup with schug crema, pistachios, cilantro
  • Braised Chickpeas with Tomatoes & Kale with lemon rice, hummus, pistachios
  • Creamy Corn & Potato Chowder with carrots, roasted red peppers, homemade croutons
  • Risotto with Squash & Tomatoes with dairy-free pesto, balsamic glaze, cashew “Parmesan,” almonds
  • Harissa Apricot Chickpea Salad with apple, sunflower seeds, garlic croutons
  • Street Corn & Black Bean Rice Bowls with bell pepper, guacamole, lime, cilantro
  • Southwest Beef & Sweet Potato Salad with black beans, kale, corn, cotija, cilantro cider vinaigrette
  • Chicken with Basil Pistou with red peppers, artichokes & fennel, rice with chard & dates
  • Cheesy Chicken & Corn Burritos with Monterey Jack, sharp cheddar, sour cream, cilantro
  • Pork Filet with Red Pepper Pan Sauce with roasted potatoes, lemon aïoli, green beans, tomato, almonds
  • Dijon-Balsamic Pork Chops with cheesy cauliflower mash, roasted broccoli & onion
  • Chicken with Pesto Purple Sweet Potatoes with artichokes, roasted red peppers, Italian herbs, lemon, Parmesan
  • Cantina Chicken & White Bean Soup with cheddar cheese, sour cream, Cholula sauce, tortilla chips
  • Tilapia with Olive Pepper Relish with caper sauce, kale salad with dates, feta & almonds
  • Tofu Steaks with Truffle Mashed Potatoes with roasted rainbow carrots, shallot pan sauce, chives
  • Sweet & Spicy Orange Shrimp with garlic rice, roasted summer squash, scallions
  • Sockeye Salmon & Orange Cranberry Sauce with rice pilaf with kale & pecans, roasted rainbow carrots
  • Holiday Keto Beef Tenderloin & Herb Jus with white cheddar cauliflower mash, Parmesan Brussels sprouts

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:

  • Pesto Pasta with Sun-dried Tomato Cakes
  • Baked Lasagna with Tomatoes, Basil and Creamy Mushrooms
  • Almond Ginger Quinoa Bowl with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Sliced Apples
  • 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! $130 Off
CODE: MSAFS130

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:

  • Chicken Alfredo Pasta with Garlicky Broccoli
  • Nonna's Sunday Beef Bolognese with Lasagnette & Garlicky Zucchini
  • Cheesy Garden Herb Chicken with Creamy Broccoli "Rice" & Chile Garlic Zucchini
  • Green Chile Chicken with Mexican-Style Cauliflower Rice & Pepper Jack Queso Blanco
  • Chorizo & Black Bean Queso Fundido with Mexican-Seasoned Rice & Roasted Peppers
  • Mushroom Chicken Thighs & Wild Rice with Garlic-Roasted Green Beans
  • Truffle Butter Filet Mignon with Potato-Leek Mash & Roasted Carrots
  • French Onion Barramundi with Parmesan Cauli Mash, Garlic Herb Red Peppers & Broccoli
  • Cajun-Spiced Salmon & Shrimp with Smoked Gouda Cauli Grits & Creole Gravy Broccoli
  • Homestyle Turkey & Gravy with Potato-Celery Root Mash, Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Spiced Cranberry Sauce
  • Cilantro Chicken with Brown Rice, Black Beans & Spicy Corn Esquites
  • Fajita-Spiced Shrimp & Filet Mignon with Chili Creamed Cauliflower & Zucchini
  • Wild Mushroom Filet Mignon with Pearl Onions, Creamy Leeks & Cauliflower
  • Jamaican Jerk Salmon & Shrimp with Stewed Black Beans, Pineapple Salsa & Coconut Brown Rice
  • Chicken & Mushroom Cauli Rice Risotto with Roasted Green Beans & Pearl Onions
  • Chicken Pot Pie Pasta with Cauliflower & Broccoli
  • Creamy Tomato Pork Chop with Sautéed Spinach & Garlic-Chive Cauliflower
  • Fiesta Salmon with Black Bean & Corn Sauté, Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Chipotle Lime Crema
  • Citrus Mojo Pork Bowl with Sweet Potatoes, Black Beans, Cilantro Rice & Peppers
  • Peruvian Shrimp & Red Pepper Cauli Grits with Ancho-Garlic Broccoli & Aji Verde Sauce
  • Sun-Dried Tomato & Spinach Shrimp with Roasted Grape Tomatoes & Zucchini Medley
  • Peruvian-Style Chicken with Red Pepper Cauliflower "Grits" & Broccoli
  • Queso Fundido & Ground Beef with Cilantro Cauliflower Rice & Roasted Peppers
  • Creamy Parmesan Chicken with Broccoli & Tomatoes
  • Loaded Bacon & Spinach Shredded Chicken with Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Ranch Sour Cream
  • Creamy Pesto Pork Chop with Spinach Cauliflower "Rice" & Roasted Green Beans
  • Indian-Style Butter Chicken with Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
  • Dill Crusted Chicken & Cheddar Broccoli “Grits” with Roasted Green Beans & Lemon Garlic Butter
  • Chimichurri Pork Tenderloin with Red Pepper Cauliflower Mash & Roasted Squash
  • Tex-Mex Beef Bowl with Green Chile Cheese Sauce & Cauliflower Rice
  • Oreganata Cream Diced Chicken with Cauliflower Rice, Roasted Zucchini & Red Peppers
  • Louisiana Shrimp with Smoked Gouda Cauliflower "Grits" & Chicken Andouille Tomato Gravy
  • Tomato-Goat Cheese Cavatappi Primavera with Roasted Garlic Green Beans
  • Chipotle-Spiced Potato & Pepper Bowl with Ranchero Beans, Crema & Crushed Tostadas
  • Spicy Sweet Potatoes & Peanut Sauce with Coconut Rice & Miso-Roasted Green Beans
  • Caribbean Spiced Tofu with Black Beans, Rice, Mango Salsa & Coconut Jerk Sauce
  • Roasted Garlic Chicken with Green Beans & Sour Cream & Onion Mashed Potatoes
  • Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Fusilli with Italian Herb-Roasted Zucchini
  • Creamy Garlic Chicken Thighs & Roasted Mushrooms with Red Peppers, Potato-Celery Root Mash & Garlicky Green Beans
  • Cavatappi & Italian-Style Pork Ragu with Garlic Broccoli

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:

  • Mafaldine Alfredo with Garlicky Broccolini & Buttery Hazelnuts
  • Buffalo Cauliflower with Lemon-Dill Quinoa & Ranch
  • One Pot Chile Verde with Lime Crema & Radish Salsa
  • Hot & Sour Soup with Oyster Mushrooms & Fried Peanuts
  • Black Pepper Tofu with Gai Lan & Brown Rice
  • One Pot Mushroom Stroganoff
  • West African Peanut Stew with Swiss Chard
  • Spicy Taco Mac & Cheese with Black Beans
  • Chick'n Parmesan with Penne Pomodoro
  • Mustardy Spaetzle Style Gnocchi with Lemon Cauliflower
  • Shepherd's Pie with Cheesy Potatoes
  • Crispy Avocado Tacos with Refritos & Chimichurri Crema
  • One Pot Mafaldine with Tomato Cream & Kale
  • Punjabi Spinach Dumplings with Crispy Onions & Mango Chutney
  • Chickpeas Alla Faux Dka with Garlic Bread
  • Chipotle Tofu Tacos with Pickled Radish & Cilantro Crema
  • Soba Noodle Salads with Sugar Snap Peas & Miso-Tahini Dressing
  • Kimchi Grilled Cheese Sandwiches with Jalapeño & Sesame Butter
  • Crispy Herb Chickpea & Arugula Salads
  • Roasted Cauliflower Melts with Pear & Curry Mayo

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:

  • Chicken Fricassee with Leeks & Mushrooms
  • Classic Beef Stew with Creamer Potatoes, Green Peas, & Baby Carrots
  • Seared Tilapia with Fettuccine & Italian Salsa Verde
  • Cheesy Corn & Black Bean Enchiladas Suizas with Zesty Cabbage Salad
  • Palak Matar Paneer with Garam Masala Basmati Rice
  • Caribbean-Style Cashew Curry with Garbanzo Beans & Squash over Coconut Rice
  • Korean-Style Chicken Rice Bowl with Broccoli & Carrots
  • Barbecue Beef Burgers with Smoked Gouda Cheese & Avocado
  • Cilantro Pesto Salmon with Brown Rice & Cauliflower Medley
  • Mediterranean Turkey-Quinoa Bowl with Lemon Tahini
  • Seared Flat Iron Steak with Charred Broccolini, Potatoes, & Italian Salsa Verde
  • Cobia & Portuguese Smashed Potatoes with Garlic, Capers, & Lemon
  • Seared Wild Scallops with Stir-Fried Vegetables & Crispy Noodles
  • Braised Lamb Shank with Persian Jeweled Rice & Delicata Squash
  • Saffron Paella with Chicken, Sausage, & Shrimp for Four
  • Shredded Pork Quesadillas with Mexican Cabbage Slaw for Four
  • Butter Chicken with Vegetable Biryani Rice
  • Curried Beef Bowl with Basmati Rice
  • Shrimp Pad Thai
  • Spicy Penne Arrabbiata with Italian Sausage and Roasted Bell Peppers
  • Paneer Cauliflower Tikka Masala
  • Gochujang Glazed Udon Noodles
  • California Cobb Salad with Bacon & Sweet Basil-Lemon Dressing
  • Hearty Spinach Salad with Roasted Red Peppers, Tomatoes, & Blue Cheese
  • Southwest Cabbage & Bean Salad with Cilantro-Lime Dressing

8. EveryPlate

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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!

ACTIVE DEAL: Limited Time Only! 50% off your first box
CODE: MSA299A

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 Dijon Chicken with Zucchini & Herby Potatoes
  • Kung Pao Beef Bowls with Green Bell Pepper & Peanuts
  • Italian Pork Sausage Marinara Subs with Monterey Jack, Garlic Butter & Potato Wedges
  • Roasted Bell Pepper Flatbreads with Creamy Tomato Sauce & Mozzarella
  • Garlic-Rosemary Butter-Basted Steak with Asparagus & Crispy Potato Wedges
  • Creamy Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Ciabatta Toasts & Scallions
  • Honey Chipotle Pork Chops with Roasted Carrots & Garlicky Broccoli
  • Tex-Mex Beefy Loaded Potato Wedges with Tomato-Scallion Salsa & Lime Crema
  • Griddled Onion Burgers with Creamy Dijon Aioli & Oven Fries
  • Creamy Roasted Garlic & Bacon Linguine with Herby Caramelized Tomato
  • Creamy Butter Chicken with Dark Meat Chicken, Rice & Scallions
  • Sweet Potato & Broccoli Donburi over Scallion Lime Rice with Pickled Cucumber & Sriracha Mayo
  • Spiced Barramundi with Lemony Asparagus, Mashed Potatoes & Chimichurri
  • Black Bean Stew with Mexican Cheese Blend, Sour Cream & Scallions
  • Tex-Mex Rodeo Risotto with Pico de Gallo & Lime Crema
  • Creamy Chili Crisp Linguine with Caramelized Onion & Sesame Seeds
  • Palermo Chicken & Bacon Pasta with Peas & Parmesan
  • Sweet Soy Chicken Stir-Fry with Rice & Sriracha Mayo
  • Crispy Kickin’ Cajun Chicken Wraps with Creamy Slaw & Oven Fries
  • Pork Stir-Fry Lettuce Wraps with Pickled Cucumber & Thai Chili Mayo
  • Sweet Potato & Pepper Quesadillas with Fresh Salsa & Chipotle Sour Cream
  • Pork Chili Loaded Sweet Potatoes with Pepper Jack & Southwest Crema
  • Tuscan-Style Pork Sausage Soup with Kale & Carrots
  • Spicy Cumin Chicken Tacos with Garlic Crema & Pickled Cucumber
  • Mediterranean Steak & Hummus Bowls with Zesty Rice, Tzatziki & Cucumber Salad
  • Kickin’ Chicken Enchilada Bake with Pico de Gallo & Sour Cream
  • BBQ Chicken & Bacon Mac ’n’ Cheese with Crispy Fried Onions

What do you think of the menu? 

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That wraps up next week's menu offerings from the 8 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, deeply passionate about skincare and wellness. Through my Instagram platform, I candidly share my acne-healing journey, provide genuine brand reviews, and let you in on my vibrant life in the city. In the midst of running a creative marketing agency, I'm constantly experimenting with sunscreens and new healthy recipes, occasionally indulging in a hearty meal. When the screens go off, it's time for adventures with my trusty German Shepherd, Cora.


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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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