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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 16 - 22?

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:

  • Coconut Shrimp & Hoisin Chicken Platter with Dark Meat Chicken, Veggie Spring Rolls, Slaw & Hoisin Sauce
  • Crispy Tofu Parm With Spaghetti Marinara plus Fresh Mozzarella
  • Chicken & Bacon Garlic Bread Sandwich with Tomato, Potato Wedges & Smoky Mustard Sauce
  • Japanese-Style Spicy Shrimp Miso Ramen plus Bok Choy, Cabbage & Corn
  • Polynesian-Style Pineapple Chicken with Dark Meat Chicken, Zesty Rice, Cashews & Bell Pepper
  • Chicken Marbella -- Includes recyclable aluminum tray
  • Smoky Beef Chili -- Includes recyclable aluminum tray
  • Cheesy Chicken Quesadilla Bar One recipe—endless ways to enjoy!
  • No Chop Pesto Chicken & Potato Skillet No Knife Work & Only One Pot!
  • Blue Plate Special Chicken Dinner Bar One recipe—endless ways to enjoy!
  • Street Cart-Style Chicken Bowls with Dark Meat Chicken, Yellow Rice, White Sauce & Hot Sauce
  • Korean-Style Bulgogi Kimbap Casserole with Roasted Seaweed, Pickled Veggies, Spicy Mayo & Sesame Seeds
  • Roasted Onion & Garlic Meatloaves with Mashed Potatoes & Roasted Carrots
  • Honey Thyme Pork Filet with Roasted Potatoes & Green Beans
  • Gouda Pork Burgers with Potato Wedges & Caramelized Sriracha Onion
  • Pepper Jam Pork Filet plus a Kale & Sweet Potato Jumble
  • Spinach Caprese Salad with Herbed Chickpeas, Caramelized Shallots & Balsamic Dressing
  • Vegan Spicy Coconut Curry Soup with Carrots, Spinach & Lime
  • Bavette Steak & Sherry Shallow Sauce with Garlic Parmesan Potato Clusters & Mixed Greens
  • Pecan-Crusted Trout with a Cranberry-Studded Salad & Thyme-Roasted Potatoes
  • Italian Pork Sausage Spaghetti Bolognese with Zucchini & Parmesan
  • Spicy Thai-Style Vegan Grain Salad with Tomato, Cucumber, Scallions & Peanuts
  • Roasted Pepper & Mozz Cavatappi Bake with Crispy Panko & Chives
  • Figgy Balsamic Pork with Roasted Carrots & Thyme Potatoes
  • Cherry Balsamic Chicken with Almond Couscous & Roasted Carrots
  • Honey-Butter BBQ Pork Chops with Mashed Sweet Potatoes & Lemony Green Beans
  • Sizzling Hoisin Shrimp with Ginger Scallion Rice & Roasted Green Beans
  • Caribbean-Style Panko-Crusted Tilapia with Mango Salsa, Rice & Sweet Chili-Lime Mayo
  • Vegan Sweet Potato, Black Bean & Kale Tacos with Crispy Fried Onions, Lime Drizzle & Guacamole
  • Caramelized Onion Swissburgers with Roasted Garlic Horseradish Aioli & Potato Wedges
  • Bacon, Apple & Cheddar Spinach Salad with Dried Cranberries, Walnuts & Honey Dijon Dressing
  • Family-Style ‘Shroom & Chicken -- Bake 2x the delicious portions!
  • Caramelized Onion Meatloaf Sandwiches with Potato Wedges & Horseradish Dijonnaise
  • Pork Fajita Bowls with Blue Corn Tortilla Chips, Pico de Gallo & Chili Lime Crema
  • Hot Honey Brussels & Ricotta Flatbreads with Parmesan & Italian Cheeses
  • Steamed Cantonese-Style Barramundi with Rice, Roasted Zucchini & Sweet Soy Ginger Sauce
  • Zesty Salmon & Guacamole Grain Bowls with Cilantro-Lime Tomato Salad & Lime Crema
  • Sweet ‘n’ Spicy Apricot Chicken with Broccoli & Garlic Rice
  • Cheesy Spinach & Mushroom Stromboli with Marinara Sauce
  • BBQ Sweet Potato & Mushroom Bowls with Bachan’s Original Japanese Barbecue Sauce, Edamame & Rice
  • One-Pot Thai Coconut Curry Turkey Soup with Sweet Potato, Bell Pepper, Ginger & Garlic
  • Chimichurri Chicken Grain Bowls with Arugula, Tomato, Cucumber, Edamame
  • Fancy French Onion Beef Tenderloin with Rosemary Potatoes, Lemon Asparagus & Horseradish Cream
  • Vegan Spice Market Chickpea & Rice Bowls with Blistered Tomatoes, Schug Sauce, Lemon Aioli & Almonds
  • One-Pan Pork Fajita Lettuce Wraps with Blue Corn Tortilla Chips & Lime Crema
  • Spicy Tropical Jerk-Style Chicken Tacos with Mango Slaw & Lime Crema
  • Szechuan Chicken Ramen Soup with Dark Meat Chicken, Spinach & Peanuts
  • Pesto Fettuccine & Crispy Prosciutto with Fresh Fettuccine, Lemony Ricotta & Ciabatta Toast
  • Spinach Ricotta Lasagna Roll-Ups – 2x the delicious portions!
  • Pork Sausage Cottage Pie topped with Cheesy Thyme Mashed Potatoes
  • Pecan-Crusted Chicken with Honey Mustard Sauce & Lemony Apple Salad
  • One-Pan Cheesy Beef Tortilla Melts with Green Pepper & Spicy Cream Sauce
  • Firecracker Meatballs with Roasted Green Beans & Jasmine Rice
  • One-Pan Trattoria Tortelloni Bake with a Crispy Parmesan Panko Topping
  • One-Pan Cheeseburger Lettuce Wraps with Crispy Fried Onions, Pickle & Special Sauce
  • Peanut Pork Noodle Stir-Fry with Carrot & Scallions
  • Lemony Herbed Chicken & Couscous Skillet with Green Beans & Parsley
  • One-Pot Chickpea, Kale & Tomato Soup with Couscous, Parmesan & Garlic Ciabatta
  • Caramelized Onion & Mushroom Flatbreads with Balsamic Arugula Salad
  • Polenta with Zucchini & Carrot Ragù plus Toasted Ciabatta Points & Parmesan
  • Butter Chicken with Rice – Heat ‘em & eat ‘em
  • Tomatillo Pulled Pork with Rice – Heat ‘em & eat ‘em
  • Beef Bolognese with Rotini – Heat ‘em & eat ‘em
  • Southwest-Style Chicken Bowl – Heat ‘em & eat ‘em
  • Indian-Inspired Chicken with Turmeric Rice – Heat ‘em & eat ‘em
  • Coconut Curry Tofu with Bok Choy – Heat ‘em & eat ‘em

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:

  • “The Pastor” Beef Cheeseburger with classic al pastor flavors, in burger form
  • Salmon with Brown Butter-Walnut Sauce and lemony asparagus orzo
  • Gnocchi in Homemade Red Pepper Cream with garlic bread
  • Dilly Beef Gyros with tzatziki
  • One-Pot Zesty Chicken Chowder with poblano and crispy tortillas
  • Baja Mango Shrimp Tacos with guacamole
  • Chicken on Mashed Sweet Potatoes with jalapeño mango salsa
  • Romesco Trout with garlic aioli potatoes
  • Jumpin’ Jambalaya with Sausage and peas and peppers
  • Dijon Bacon Pork Chop with buttery mashed cauliflower
  • Creamy Polenta Topped with Ratatouille with Asiago
  • One-Pan Bacony Chicken Thigh Quesadilla with tomato salsa
  • One-Pot Turkey Lasagna Skillet with cheesy topping
  • Sirloin in Truffle Mushroom Sauce with Parmesan-chive smashed potatoes
  • Petite Scallop Summer Risotto with spinach and squash
  • Pork Medallions and Garlic Mashed Potatoes with mushroom gravy
  • Lemon Crème Tortellini with asparagus
  • Sheet Pan French Onion Chicken with smashed potatoes
  • Sheet Pan Honey Balsamic Trout with roasted cauliflower
  • Sheet Pan Beef Meatloaf with Whipped Feta and dilly carrots and potatoes
  • Sassy Sicilian Chicken with green beans and squash
  • Shishito Smothered Pork Chop with orange and sesame-glazed carrots
  • Speedy Salmon Rice Bowl with edamame and cabbage
  • Chimichurri Crema-Topped Chicken with arugula feta salad
  • Sesame Turkey Lettuce Wraps with mushrooms
  • Creamed Spinach Cavatappi with toasted Asiago breadcrumbs
  • Taverna Ground Beef and Rice with buttery vegetables and dill crema
  • Orange-Teriyaki Pork Noodles with candied walnuts
  • Giant Sausage Hoagie with peppers and mushrooms
  • Sirloin with Hot Honey & Feta Crema and smashed garlic potatoes
  • Pub-Style Crispy Chicken with Brussels sprouts and cheddar potatoes
  • Beurre Blanc Shrimp and Couscous with pesto cauliflower
  • Margherita Chicken with vegetable medley
  • Italian Sausage and Red Pepper Pasta with Parmesan and peas
  • Smoked Gouda Turkey Meatballs topped with cherry mostarda
  • Classic Beef Enchiladas with cheese and sour cream
  • Brisket Fajita Bowl with rice and beans
  • Florentine Chicken and Tomato Penne with basil pesto
  • Pulled Pork and Pickle Sandwich with ranch slaw
  • Sunday Sauce Meatballs with farro, green beans, and Parmesan
  • Italian Sausage Pasta with peas and Parmesan
  • Southern Smokehouse BBQ Pulled Chicken with corn bread pudding and black beans
  • Citrus Pulled Pork and Coconut Rice with bok choy, carrots, and broccoli
  • Mushroom Asiago Chicken with Brussels sprouts and honey roasted carrots
  • Southern Mushroom Gravy Chicken with mashed potatoes
  • Chicken in Garlic Cream Sauce with potatoes, green beans, and cheese
  • Mocha Latte & Bacon Cheddar & Jack Egg Bites breakfast duo
  • Chicken Gyoza Dumplings & Green Chile and Cheese Tamales appetizer duo
  • Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet & Key Lime Mini Pies dessert duo
  • Caesar Chopped Salad and Pepperoni & Mozzarella Flatbread simply heat and eat
  • Caesar Chopped Salad and Olive Oil & Fine Herbs Focaccia appetizer duo
  • Nana Jude’s Chicken Noodle Soup & Caesar Chopped Salad with creamy Caesar dressing
  • Caesar Chopped Salad & Chicken with 2 ready-to-cook chicken breasts
  • Berries and Cream Waffle Sandwich with cream cheese, strawberries, and raspberries
  • Bacon Cheddar & Jack Egg Bites simply heat and eat
  • Quiche Lorraine with ham, Swiss cheese, and onions
  • Maple Brown Sugar Oatmeal Bites with crispy, crunchy outside
  • Olive Oil & Fine Herbs Focaccia simply bake and eat
  • Mocha Latte rich & creamy, 2 cans included
  • Chicken Gyoza Dumplings heat and serve
  • Green Chile & Cheese Tamales fire-roasted hatch green chiles and cheese, wrapped in sweet 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
  • Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet ready-to-bake
  • Key Lime Mini Pies with graham crumb crust
  • Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cup with ready-to-eat chocolate chip cookie dough
  • Caesar Chopped Salad with creamy Caesar dressing
  • Nana Jude’s Chicken Soup simply heat and eat
  • Smoked Gouda Mac & Cheese with natural smoke flavor added
  • Brownie Cookie Skillet ready-to-bake
  • Skin-On Salmon Fillets a la carte protein
  • Ground Beef a la carte protein
  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts a la carte protein
  • Steak Strips a la carte protein
  • Sirloin Steaks 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:

  • Caribbean-Style Mango Shrimp with pineapple coconut rice, red bell pepper, chard and cabbage salad
  • Meati™ Crispy Cutlets & Apricot Sauce with scallion rice, sautéed broccoli with sesame seeds
  • Southwest Pork Chopped Salad with charred corn salsa, toasted pepitas
  • Lemon Teriyaki Glazed Salmon with roasted broccoli, cashews, sesame rice
  • Barramundi with Chipotle-Lime Aioli with roasted sweet potatoes, cabbage slaw with mangos
  • Chicken Pesto Penne & Tomatoes with crème fraîche, scallion
  • Pork Filet over Cheesy Cauliflower Mash with fajita-spiced veggies, chimichurri, cotija, pepitas
  • Filipino-Style Braised Chicken & Rice with baby bok choy, ginger
  • Beef Enchiladas with corn, Southwest crema, toasted pepitas
  • Tilapia with Lemon-Basil Caper Sauce with heirloom grape tomatoes, kale, dates, almonds
  • Fajita-Style Spiced Shrimp & Steak Tacos with red pepper, onion, creamy chimichurri, cotija, cilantro
  • Cheesy Pesto Chicken & Bacon Bowls with sautéed summer squash noodles, balsamic tomato topping
  • Buttery Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Bacon with linguine, sautéed squash, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan
  • Bavette Steaks & Creamy Red Pepper Sauce with Parmesan rice & green peas, roasted broccoli
  • Chili-Spiced Tilapia with dirty rice with tomato, corn & scallion, hot sauce
  • Lemon Maple Salmon with Parsley Couscous with sautéed cauliflower & bell pepper
  • Upside-Down Turkey Shepherd’s Pie with carrots, peas, white cheddar mashed potato, scallion crema
  • Caribbean-Spiced Tilapia & Mango Salsa with coconut-lime cauliflower “rice,” creamy chimichurri sauce
  • Maple-Sage Carrots & Jeweled Brown Rice with green apple & cabbage slaw, feta, pistachios, schug sauce
  • Beef Tenderloin with Truffled Potatoes with roasted Brussels sprouts, Worcestershire & shallot pan sauce
  • Orzo Pasta Minestrone with summer squash, carrots, peas, Parmesan, pesto
  • Apple & Cheddar Flatbreads with Hot Honey with ricotta, thyme, walnuts
  • Mongolian Portobello Noodle Bowls with sautéed broccoli & cabbage, scallions, chili flakes
  • Ancho–Cumin Spiced Sweet Potato Bowls with black beans & rice, avocado crema, pickled shallot, cilantro
  • Breaded Cauliflower & Peanut Sauce Tacos with Sriracha-ginger mayo, agave lime slaw, toasted peanuts
  • Creamy Corn & Potato Chowder with carrots, roasted red peppers, homemade croutons
  • Creamy Truffle & Mushroom Linguine with peas, Parmesan cheese
  • Veggie & Bean Stuffed Peppers with creamy chimichurri sauce, brown rice, roasted tomatoes
  • Penne Pasta Bowls with Pesto with chard, corn, caramelized fennel, sun-dried tomatoes, walnuts
  • Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Caprese Sandwiches with balsamic kale salad with apple
  • Cajun Turkey Skillet with Apple & Kale with cabbage, carrots, celery, Creole Dijonnaise
  • Herby Chicken & Feta Bulgur Bowls with apricot aioli, kale, roasted sweet potatoes & carrots
  • Crispy Chicken with Honey Drizzle with chimichurri cabbage & carrot slaw, scallion mashed potato
  • Pork with Cherry BBQ Sauce with spice-roasted potatoes, kale salad, sunflower seeds
  • Peruvian-Spiced Barramundi with zesty rice, cabbage & bell pepper slaw, creamy chimichurri
  • Chicken with Lemon Crema with rice pilaf with raisins & almonds, sautéed broccoli
  • Chicken Fajita Tacos with Chimichurri with cotija cheese, Cholula sauce
  • Southwest Chimichurri Steak & Kale Salad with heirloom tomatoes, pepitas, charred corn, cotija cheese
  • Chana Masala over Basmati Rice with cheesy garlic naan, cilantro
  • Lemony Herbed Shrimp over Kale Rice with sun-dried tomatoes, almond gremolata, sour cream with dill
  • Harissa & Honey Glazed Salmon with pistachios, salad with roasted chickpeas, basil pistou & mint
  • Beef Tenderloin with Cheddar Mashed Potatoes with caramelized shallot fig sauce, roasted broccoli, scallion
  • Tomatillo Pulled Pork with Rice -- delicious meals in minutes
  • Butter 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:

  • Amalfi Lentil Bolognese with Gluten-Free Pasta and Cashew "Parm"
  • Chipotle Sweet Potato Hash with Plant-Based Chorizo Crumble and Chipotle Aioli
  • Smoky Bun-less Beet Burger with Cilantro Lime Dressing
  • Brunch Frittata with Walnut and Straberry Vinaigrette Salad
  • Rice and Lentil Risotto with Roasted Portabella Mushrooms
  • General Tsao's Tofu with Broccoli

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:

  • Truffle Butter Chicken & Mushroom Risotto with Garlic-Roasted Green Beans
  • Charred Corn & Shredded Chicken Cavatappi with Garlic Cream Sauce & Broccoli
  • Smoky Gouda Chicken with Roasted Red Potatoes & Parmesan Green Beans
  • Ancho Lime Salmon with Mexican-Spiced Quinoa, Black Bean Corn Salad & Chimichurri Crema
  • Italian Sausage & Marinara Lasagnette with Zucchini Moons & Parsley Butter
  • Herb Chicken Thighs & Balsamic Mushrooms with Italian-Style Potatoes & Parmesan Broccoli
  • Truffle Butter Filet Mignon with Potato-Leek Mash & Roasted Carrots
  • Grilled Filet Mignon & Creamy Parmesan Shrimp with Garlic Broccoli
  • Roasted Red Pepper Filet Mignon with Tortellini Primavera & Lemon Garlic Butter
  • Pesto Salmon with Creamed Spinach & Tomato Butter Haricots Verts
  • Creamy Dill Shrimp Cavatappi with Chile-Spiced Broccoli & Cauliflower
  • Chimichurri Filet Mignon with Herby Potatoes, Zucchini & Roasted Peppers
  • Cajun-Spiced Salmon & Shrimp with Smoked Gouda Cauli Grits & Creole Gravy Broccoli
  • Blueberry Pancakes with Cinnamon Butter & Chicken Sausage
  • Shredded Pork & Smoked Cheddar Grits with Caramelized Onions, Honey-Roasted Carrots & Green Beans
  • Mushroom & Onion Cream Pork Chop with Potato-Celeriac Mash, Broccoli, Cauliflower & Roasted Red Peppers
  • Marinara Meatballs & Mash with Garlicky Green Beans
  • Potato, Bacon & Egg Breakfast Skillet with Roasted Peppers & Onions
  • Cavatappi & Shrimp Scampi with Steamed Broccoli
  • Bulgogi Shredded Beef Bowl with Roasted Cabbage, Carrots & Chile-Garlic Zucchini
  • Protein Shake – Chocolate Banana – Two Bottles 2 Chocolate Banana Protein Shakes
  • Santa Fe–Style Green Chile Beef Skillet with Jalapeño Creamed Corn & Green Chile Rice
  • Herbed Greek Chicken & Tomato Penne with Garlic Broccoli
  • Cavatappi & Italian–Style Pork Ragu with Garlic Broccoli
  • Chicken Chorizo & Cheese Egg Bites Protein Packed, On-the-Go Bites | 4 bites
  • Roasted Garlic Butter Salmon with Celery Root-Cauliflower Mash & Parmesan Broccoli
  • Italian Sausage & Sweet Peperonata with Roasted Garlic & Herb Potatoes
  • Grain Bowl – Chicken & Pomegranate–Maple Sauce with Thyme Vegetable Quinoa, Goat Cheese & Garlic Walnuts
  • Garlic Butter Shrimp & Creamed Kale with Zucchini-Pepper-Onion Medley
  • Spicy Southwestern–Style Turkey & Mac with Roasted Zucchini, Corn & Poblano Peppers
  • Honey Mustard Pork Chop with Sour Cream & Chive Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Green Beans & Pearl Onions
  • Southwestern Scrambled Eggs & Quinoa Breakfast Bowl with Bell Peppers, Potatoes & Fire-Roasted Tomato Salsa
  • Garden Herb Gournay Chicken with Scallion Wild Rice, Roasted Zucchini & Red Peppers
  • Garlic Butter & Mushroom Chicken Thighs with Quinoa Pilaf & Squash Medley
  • Keto Shake – Vanilla Cake – Two Bottles Two Vanilla Cake Shakes
  • Paprika Beef & Pepper Goulash Macaroni with Roasted Onions, Whipped Herb Neufchâtel Cheese & Broccoli
  • Chicken & Mushroom Cauli Rice Risotto with Roasted Green Beans & Pearl Onions
  • Citrus Mojo Shredded Chicken & Coconut Rice with Roasted Peppers, Stewed Black Beans & Cilantro Carrots
  • Superfood Bar – Apple & Cinnamon with Almonds, Cashews & 5g Protein Per Serving | 6 Bars
  • Herb-Crusted Chicken with Mashed Cauliflower & Toasted Almond Green Beans
  • Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Zucchini Noodles
  • Smoked Pork & Bison Jalapeño Cheddar Bratwurst Premium Protein Fix | 4 Brats
  • Stroganoff–Style Beef Burger with Parmesan Green Beans & Roasted Mushrooms
  • Romano Shredded Chicken with Tomato Cream, Red Peppers, Zucchini & Herb Butter
  • Queso Fundido & Ground Beef with Cilantro Cauliflower Rice & Roasted Peppers
  • Factor Form Hydration Boost Variety Pack – 15 Servings Try all 3 Flavors | Lemon Lime, Passionfruit Guava, & Orange Yuzu
  • Shredded Chicken Thigh Cacciatore with Parmesan Cauliflower “Grits” & Broccoli
  • Pork Tenderloin & Cheesy Cabbage with Chile Garlic Green Beans
  • Louisiana Shrimp with Smoked Gouda Cauliflower “Grits” & Chicken Andouille Tomato Gravy
  • Garlic Cream Pork Chop with Creamed Kale & Zucchini-Pepper-Onion Medley
  • Chimichurri Chicken Breast with Pepper Jack Roasted Potatoes & Vegetable Medley
  • Loaded Mashed Potatoes & Shredded Chicken with Mushroom Gravy, Smoked Cheddar, Bacon & Garlic Broccoli
  • Creamy Tomato Chicken & Zucchini Noodles with Pesto Broccoli
  • Green Chile Chicken with Mexican-Style Cauliflower Rice & Pepper Jack Queso Blanco
  • Cavatappi & Meatballs with Marinara Sauce & Parmesan Broccoli
  • Homestyle Turkey & Gravy with Potato-Celery Root Mash, Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Spiced Cranberry Sauce
  • Roasted Tomato & Feta Cavatappi with Broccoli & Red Peppers
  • Vegetarian Tamale Bowl with Spiced Sweet Potatoes & Pickled Jalapeño Crema
  • Vegan Mushroom Marsala with Onion Risotto & Roasted Garlic Green Beans
  • Smoky Tofu & Baked Beans with Roasted Corn & Chile Cheddar Mac

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
  • Greek Wedge Salads with Chickpea Tapenade & Creamy Tzatziki
  • One Pot Buffalo Mac & Cheese with
  • Spicy Gochujang Ramen with Korean Corn Cheese
  • Crispy Avocado Tacos with White Beans & Citrus Salsa Verde
  • Fried Noodle Lettuce Wraps with Ginger Tofu
  • Elote Gnocchi with Charred Corn Salsa & Pepitas
  • Banh Mi Bowls with Broccoli & Pickled Veggies
  • Crispy Broccoli Pakoras with Red Lentil Dal & Cilantro Chutney
  • Hot Tofu Pastrami Sandwiches with Herby Fries & Dijonaise
  • Dukkah Roasted Carrots & Beets with Lemon-Tahini Farro
  • BBQ Burnt Ends with Crispy Potatoes & Brussels Sprouts

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

  • Enchiladas Mole with Pinto Beans & Rice
  • Veggie Fried Rice with Edamame & JUST Egg™
  • Cauliflower Palak with Curried Chickpeas & Carrot Biryani
  • Vibrant Falafel Bowl with Turmeric Orzo & Harissa Carrots
  • 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™ Scramble with Kale & Sweet Pesto Rosso
  • Alfredo Cavatappi with Summer Vegetables
  • Southwestern Breakfast Scramble with JUST Egg™ & Sweet Potatoes
  • Sticky Date Oats with Walnuts
  • Pistachio Apricot Oats with Almond Butter & Hemp Seeds
  • Bean & Chorizo Burrito with Tomatillo Salsa
  • Dad’s Famous Baked Beans
  • Mom’s Macaroni Salad
  • Chipotle Corn & Black Bean Salad with Quinoa
  • Creamy Potato Salad with Crunchy Mustard Seeds
  • Classic Mac & Cheese
  • Mexican Street Corn Salad
  • Chile Con Queso Mac & Cheese

And their popular lunch meal kits:

  • Caprese Pasta Salads with White Beans & Pesto
  • Cashew Cheese & Apricot Melts with Caramelized Onions & Arugula
  • Spring Goddess Bowls with Brown Rice & Ranch
  • Chickpea Of The Sea Salad Wraps

Or their breakfast meal kits:

  • Tropical Chia Parfaits with Kiwi & Macadamia Nuts
  • Mojo Avocado Toasts with Pepitas
  • Garden Avocado Bagels with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
  • Black Bean Chilaquiles with Spinach & Avocado

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:

  • Seared Chicken with Creamy Polenta, Garlic Spinach, & Three-Peppercorn Sauce with Chicken Breast
  • Wagyu Beef Swiss Cheeseburger with Mushrooms & Truffle Aioli with Wagyu Beef Burger Patties
  • Lemon-Pepper Shrimp with Cavatappi & Creamy Garlic Pesto Sauce with Sustainably Raised Ocean Shrimp
  • Pan-Fried Paneer & Garbanzo Beans in Tomato Masala Sauce with Basmati Rice
  • Sheet Pan Broccoli Bohemian Bowl with Garbanzos, Tahini, & Feta Cheese
  • Butter Chicken Chili over Basmati Rice with Ground Chicken
  • Three-Cheese Ravioli with Beef & Pork Bolognese Sauce
  • Veracruz-Style Fish Stew with Potato, Artichoke, & Tomato
  • Greek Pita Wrap with Roasted Vegetables & Hummus
  • Lasagna Rolls with Asparagus & Peas in Creamy Lemon Sauce
  • White Bean Turkey Chili Verde
  • Pan-Seared Steak & Brussels Sprouts with Peruvian Chile Dipping Sauce with Flat Iron Steak
  • Seared Salmon with Roasted Broccoli, Crispy Potatoes, & Italian Salsa Verde with Sustainably Raised Chilean Salmon Fillets
  • Chile-Spiced Cobia with Mexican Street Corn Salad
  • Italian Seafood Stew with Squid Ink Pasta
  • Grilled Lamb Burger with Roasted Red Pepper Feta Spread & Greek Salad
  • Barbecue Beef Burgers with Smoked Gouda & Avocado for Four
  • Ribs with Baked Beans & Mexican Grilled Corn for Four
  • Citrus Chicken with Harvest Rice Pilaf
  • Spicy Penne Arrabbiata with Italian Sausage and Roasted Bell Peppers
  • Shrimp Pad Thai
  • Shrimp Paella with Golden Rice
  • Gochujang Glazed Udon Noodles
  • Veggie Penne al Limone with Spinach and Sweet Peas
  • Butter Chicken with Vegetable Biryani Rice
  • Sichuan Style Pork Dan Dan Noodles with Bok
  • Shrimp Scampi over Linguini
  • Beef Shepherd's Pie with Mashed Potatoes
  • Broccoli Mac & Cheese
  • Saag Paneer with Basmati Rice
  • Corn, Bacon, Tomato, & Avocado Chopped Salad
  • Arugula Salad with Hazelnuts, Apricots & Goat Cheese
  • Butter Lettuce Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing, Blackberries, & Goat Cheese
  • Baked Garlic Bread
  • Garlic Naan Bread
  • Quattro Formaggio Mac 'n' Cheese
  • Vegetable Samosas with Chutneys
  • Thai Coconut Curry Chicken Soup
  • Turkish Lentil Soup with Feta & Harissa
  • Petite Breakfast Quiche Lorraine
  • Petite Breakfast Quiche Florentine
  • California Eggs Bruschetta Caprese
  • Artisanal Belgian Waffles with Mixed Berry Compote & Cinnamon-Brown Sugar Butter
  • Chorizo & Potato Breakfast Burritos
  • Croque Madame with Black Forest Ham & Farm-Fresh Eggs
  • Ham, Egg & Cheese Croissandwich
  • 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:

  • Crispy Chicken Strips with Potato Wedges, Roasted Zucchini & Special Sauce
  • Super Smashed Burgers with Caramelized Onion, Chipotle Aioli & Potato Wedges
  • Southwest Pork Flautas with Zesty Crema & Pico de Gallo
  • Pork Sausage & Pepper Penne in a Creamy Pink Sauce
  • Creamy Mushroom Steak with Roasted Potato Rounds & Green Beans
  • French Onion Chicken with Roasted Carrots & Mashed Potatoes
  • Saucy Cherry-Balsamic Pork Chops with Roasted Potatoes & Green Beans
  • Creamy Butter Chicken Meatballs with Rice & Scallions
  • Banh Mi-Style Beef Tacos with Pickled Veggies & Sweet Chili Mayo
  • Umami Ginger Pork Bowls with Garlic Rice, Scallions, Cabbage & Carrots
  • Cheesy Marinara Chicken-Sausage Subs with Monterey Jack & Roasted Potato Wedges
  • Sesame-Ginger Edamame Lo Mein with Bell Pepper & Cilantro
  • Sweet Heat BBQ Shrimp Tempura Rice Bowls with Pineapple-Cucumber Salsa
  • Green Pepper & Onion Quesadillas with Pico de Gallo & Sour Cream
  • Honey-Dijon Sweet Potato Harvest Bowls with Apple, Cranberries & Roasted Broccoli-Onion Jumble
  • Creamy Penne Al Limone with Broccoli plus Parmesan
  • Crispy Blue Cheese Chicken with Roasted Broccoli & Bacon Mashed Potatoes
  • Tangy Pulled Pork Quesadillas with Cucumber Salad & Paprika Mayo
  • Just Peachy Dijon Chicken with Carrots & Rice
  • Garlic Rosemary Pork Chops with Roasted Root Veggies
  • Creamy Mushroom & Pea Cavatappi with Lemon
  • Sweet & Smoky BBQ Pork Tacos with Pineapple Salsa & Lime Crema
  • Sticky-Sweet Broccoli Bowls with Ginger Rice, Sriracha Mayo & a Fried Egg
  • Sweet Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry Bowls with Bell Pepper & Scallion Rice
  • BBQ Pineapple Pulled Pork Fried Rice with Sriracha Mayo & Scallions
  • Creamy Chicken & Bacon Fettuccine with Parmesan & Scallions
  • Easy Cheesy Broccoli Cheddar Soup with Croutons
  • Meal Prep Classic Beef Burgers Simplify your week with this make-ahead main!
  • Meal Prep Chicken Thighs Al Pastor Simplify your week with this make-ahead main!
  • Meal Prep Broccoli, Carrots & Rice Simplify your week with these make-ahead sides!
  • Meal Prep Fajita Veggies Platter Simplify your week with these make-ahead sides!
  • Banh Mi-Style Beef Lettuce Wraps with Pickled Veggies & Sweet Chili Mayo
  • Umami Ginger Pork Salad with Scallions, Cabbage & Carrots
  • Sweet Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry Salad with Bell Pepper
  • Saucy Cherry-Balsamic Pork Chops with Roasted Potatoes & Green Beans
  • Garlic Rosemary Pork Chops with Roasted Root Veggies

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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