Freshly is a gourmet food subscription service that is designed to help people eat healthier without taking the time to prepare the meal themselves. They send out 4, 6, 9, or 12 chef-made, fresh, never frozen, prepared meals each week. Freshly delivers meals that are all-natural and gluten-free. Each meal is made with high-quality protein, nutrient-dense veggies, and no refined sugars.
This review is for the 6-meal plan, which costs $59.99 per week.
Freshly updates their menu weekly with dozens of options for you to choose from. All meals are fresh, never frozen, and peanut- and gluten-free. Each single-serving meal is fully prepared and ready to eat in around 3 minutes. Meals are delivered to your door in a recyclable refrigerated box with ice packs.
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About Freshly Meal Subscription Box
The Subscription Box: Freshly
The Cost: Freshly meal plans cost $49.99 (4 meals), $59.99 (6 meals), $89.99 (9 meals) or $107.99 (12 meals) per week.
ACTIVE DEAL: Use code LAUNCH15 to get $60 off your first four meals
CODE: LAUNCH15
The Products: Healthy single-serving meals that are fully prepared and ready to eat in minutes.
Ships to: The continental US
Freshly January 2020 Review
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Backyard BBQ Chicken
Who doesn't love BBQ chicken? This summer staple literally gave me life on a super cold day. I really hate winter, so sneaking "seasonal" meals into my diet when the winter seems unending is really great for my whole outlook on life. Freshly seems to always get chicken right somehow, even when it is microwaved. This one also has black-eyed peas, which are a very nostalgic food for me! The chicken has a coating of yummy BBQ sauce that has been sweetened with honey. It is surrounded by garlic broccoli, and rests atop of a bed of black-eyed peas, cauliflower rice, mustard greens, and bell peppers. YUM.
Calories: 360 | Fat: 11g | Carbs: 26g | Protein: 40g
This dish is dairy-free, soy-free, and high-protein.
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Baja Mahi Mahi
This was my adventurous choice this round. I am really picky about fish, and the thought of microwaving it makes me uneasy. I actually think I might have liked this dish, but it was unexpectedly spicy. I also thought there was a little too much cabbage slaw here, though it did have jicama inside, one of my favorite veggies. The cilantro lime rice was good, there just wasn't enough of it. I did like the paprika-encrusted fish, but the avocado-lime sauce was just too spicy for my rather mild mouth to handle.
Calories: 420 | Fat: 15g | Carbs: 42g | Protein: 27g
This dish is soy-free, dairy-free, and high-protein.
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Mexican-Style Shredded Beef
This was another meal I was less than sure about, but in the spirit of adventure, I selected it. I actually loved this meal so much. The little round masa cakes were delicious and the shredded brisket was really flavorful, topped with a bright tomatillo sauce and dusted with a sprinkle of pepper jack cheese. I would totally eat this again!
Calories: 490 | Fat: 16g | Carbs: 63g | Protein: 26g
This dish is soy-free and high-protein.
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Turkey & Mushroom Meatloaf
This was a repeat I chose from last month because I loved it so much! It feels like true comfort food, which is perfect for a chilly night in with Netflix and blankets. The mashed potatoes are actually a blend of cauliflower and potatoes (though you would never know!), and the meatloaf itself is very satisfying and filling. Peas and carrots round out this delightfully familiar meal.
Calories: 440 | Fat: 24g | Carbs: 33g | Protein: 31g
This dish is soy-free and high protein.
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Carved Turkey & Stuffing
This meal was another winner, and I have caught myself thinking about it more than once since I ate it. It is so, so yummy. Stuffing is one of my favorite holiday sides and this iteration is guilt-free and carb conscious. Made from a mix of almond meal, cauliflower rice, mushrooms, celery, carrots, apples, and spices, you can tell it isn't traditional stuffing, but it is its own new twist on that classic, and totally crave-able. The dressing is also wonderful and I loved dipping the brightly-colored carrots into it.
Calories: 450 | Fat: 26g | Carbs: 25g | Protein: 33g
This dish is dairy-free and soy-free.
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Sicilian-Style Chicken Parm
Finally, our last dish is another familiar recipe for many of us: Chicken Parm! Again, Freshly somehow really elevates microwaved chicken. The texture is totally right, and it tastes exactly as it should. The large slice of cheese on top was delightful and didn't feel skimpy. The broccoli was the perfect garlicky addition to this colorful plate.
Calories: 410 | Fat: 20g | Carbs: 17g | Protein: 43g
This dish is soy-free and high-protein.
The Verdict: Freshly continues to be super delicious and helps me eat healthier. It also has been cheaper than takeout at lunch every day. (I am really bad at meal planning and prepping, so takeout happens quite often!) There was enough variety in the menu offerings this month that I was able to try loads of new stuff. I still feel like there is enough food on my plate and I feel full after each meal. I also love that they sneak in healthier ingredients and I don't even notice until I read more about the meal's ingredients for the review itself. Any subscription that can reduce my carb intake without me noticing gets two thumbs up from me!
To Wrap Up:
Can I get this box if I sign up today? The Freshly menu changes weekly, so you’ll have a variety of meals to choose from.
ACTIVE DEAL: Use code LAUNCH15 to get $60 off your first four meals
CODE: LAUNCH15
Value Breakdown: This box costs $59.99 including shipping which is $9.99 per meal.
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