When I first started thinking about incorporating more vegan meals into our routine, I knew it wouldn’t be an easy sell for my husband.
He’s always been pretty vocal about his love for meat, and any time I mentioned plant-based meals, he’d sigh and say something like, “Where’s the protein?” or “It just doesn’t taste as good.”
But I couldn’t shake the idea of adding more vegan options into our meals. So, I started searching for solutions, hoping to find something that might convince both of us that plant-based meals could be more than just a side dish.
That’s when I stumbled upon Purple Carrot. I’d seen some buzz online about their 100% vegan meal subscription service and figured it was worth a look. But I had to admit: the idea that these meals could be convenient, delicious, and (most importantly) a hit with my husband seemed a bit too good to be true.
Here’s what happened when he tried it:
Convenience without sacrificing taste
After a bit of browsing, I learned that Purple Carrot offers both meal kits with fresh ingredients that you prepare at home and pre-prepared meals that just need a few minutes in the microwave or oven.
The convenience factor was definitely a plus, and the fact that they have high-protein and gluten-free options was intriguing, given my husband’s constant worry about getting enough protein. I was also impressed by their nationwide shipping and the flexibility to skip or cancel deliveries anytime.
At just $13.00 per serving, it seemed like a fair price for something that could potentially solve my dinner dilemma.
Still, I wasn’t totally convinced my husband would be on board until I came up with a little plan to see if Purple Carrot could win him over without him even knowing.
The taste test: Love at first bite
I ordered a few of their pre-prepared meals and decided to serve him the Falafel Bowl. It looked hearty and flavorful, with a mix of veggies, protein-packed falafel, and a zesty sauce that I hoped would distract him from the lack of meat.
When dinner time rolled around, I casually plated the meal and set it in front of him, keeping my excitement (and nerves) in check. He took his first bite, and said “This is really good. What’s in this?”
He kept eating, and by the time his plate was clean, he said “We should have this again sometime,” completely oblivious to the fact that he’d just devoured a 100% vegan meal. It wasn’t until the next day, when I noticed him packing one of the leftover Falafel Bowls into his lunch bag, that I decided to come clean. “You know that meal you loved last night? It was from Purple Carrot, and it was totally vegan.”
He stopped in his tracks, looking at me like I’d just told him something impossible. “No way,” he said, opening the fridge and grabbing the container. He scanned the label, and I watched as a look of shock crossed his face. “Seriously? This was vegan? And it’s high-protein?”
“Yup,” I said, grinning. “And there’s more in the fridge if you want to take another one tomorrow.”
The perfect plant-based addition to your diet
Since then, Purple Carrot has become a staple in our home. The convenience of having fresh, prepared meals that go from fridge to plate in less than five minutes has been a game-changer for our busy schedules.
Purple Carrot meals are outrageously tasty, super satisfying, and full of protein which means my husband is more than happy to enjoy them, too. And with the flexibility to customize our weekly delivery and the option to skip or cancel anytime, it’s been an easy addition to our routine.
So, if you’re like me and looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your life—whether for health, environmental reasons, or just to switch things up—I can’t recommend Purple Carrot enough.
