Eating healthy can be difficult. For starters, I’m not a very good cook, so I always end up making the same things over and over again...talk about boring. But I'm committed to elevating my meal game, so I've tried a gazillion different meal kits and delivery services. Nothing really stuck until I tried Thistle.
I kept seeing my favorite chef (Tom Colicchio) rave about Thistle on the internet, so I gave it a go—and it's safe to say I'll never turn anywhere else for low-effort, high-reward nutritious meals. Here's why:
1. Thistle actually tastes amazing
I can be pretty picky, but there hasn’t been a single meal from Thistle that I haven’t enjoyed. I can’t say the same for other meal delivery kits, which can either be too bland or just too annoying to prep.
Even though Thistle is primarily plant-based (more on that in a sec), I was so surprised at how filling the meals are. Most salads leave me hungry and unsatisfied—not Thistle's. I crave the Tahini Sweet Potato Bowl and Cocoa Berry Crumble Muesli!
I get globally inspired, chef-crafted meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with snacks and cold-pressed juices that are plant-forward and full of protein. Plus, the options change each week, so I never get bored or sick of having the same ‘ol thing like I used to with other meal kits.
2. It’s customizable to your preferences
Even though I eat plant-based, my significant other doesn’t. But that’s not a problem with Thistle. I can add meat options to almost any meal—no worrying about extra shopping!
I also have a serious shellfish allergy, and Thistle makes sure nothing I get is a cause for concern. And whether you’re vegan or gluten-free, they have options! Thistle is also dairy-free and egg-free.
The subscription itself is also completely customizable, and you can choose exactly how many meals and snacks you’d like delivered each week. You can adjust the quantity of meals you receive, and you can pause or cancel your subscription at any time.
3. It’s packed with nutrients and superfoods
Thistle not only has chefs creating their meals, but dietitians, too! All of their meals are well-balanced and contain whole, organic ingredients. Thistle meals have an average of 5.8 unique fruits and veggies, plant or meat options, and feature 40+ superfoods on their menu like turmeric, maca, spirulina, ginger, matcha, chia & moringa.
They’re also designed to meet your macronutrient needs and provide your body with vitamins and minerals found in whole, organic foods - free of added sweeteners and preservatives. I have yet to find another meal delivery kit that checks all those boxes.
4. It’s a great value
Given the cost of everything nowadays, getting ready-to-eat, fully prepared meals for as low as $42/week ($11.50/meal) is pretty good for chef-curated, organic, and fully prepared meals. I have yet to find another meal kit that can compare in both cost and taste. It's a lot less expensive than another healthy meal delivery that we all know about (👀) but Thistle is about half the price.
Plus, not having to plan, shop, or clean up after a meal is more than worth it!
5. The ingredients are super fresh
Most meal delivery kits I’ve tried send produce that’s "meh" quality—I'm talking well on its way to going bad. I normally have to rush to use it, and I want to feel confident that my meals can last throughout the week. Otherwise it's a waste of food, money, and time.
That doesn’t happen with Thistle. The meals are delivered fresh and ready to eat. I’ve tried several of their salads, and each time the greens were crisp and crunchy with no wilted leaves to be found!
6. There’s so much variety
One of the hardest things about eating plant-based is the lack of variety. And even though most meal delivery kits offer plant-based options, there aren’t many to choose from and they’re usually always some sort of pasta dish, which isn’t very healthy.
Thistle puts plants first in their meals, which makes the options really hard to choose from. They’re delicious, healthy, full of flavor, and despite being plant-based, full of protein. You can even choose sustainably-sourced meat protein add ons if you desire.
Trust me: You NEED to make the switch to Thistle
Overall, Thistle has made my life so much easier when it comes to accessing healthy meals consistently. It saves me time, and I really look forward to picking out the meals each week. If you want fresh, healthy, and delicious meals delivered straight to your door, head to their website to check it out for yourself!
