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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 21 - 27?

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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! Free High Protein Item for Life + Up to 10 Free Meals One per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. No coupon needed - just use this link.

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:

  • Mustard Apricot Pork Filet with Parmesan Potatoes & Roasted Green Beans
  • One-Pot Black Bean & Pepper Soup with Blue Corn Tortilla Chips, Monterey Jack & Sour Cream
  • Crispy Parmesan Chicken with Garlic Scallion Couscous & Lemony Roasted Carrots
  • White Cheddar Crunch Burgers with Griddled Onions, Roasted Potato Wedges & Smoky Mustard
  • Taqueria Pork Bowls with Corn Esquites, Sour Cream & Cilantro
  • Creamy Tuscan Spaghetti & Meatballs with Scallions & Lemon
  • Poppin’ Jalapeño Pork Stuffed Peppers with Cheddar & Sour Cream
  • Banh Mi-Style Pork Meatball Bowls with Pickled Veggie Salad, Ginger Rice & Chili Mayo
  • Honey Sriracha Pork Filet with Roasted Sesame Carrots & Cilantro Lime Rice
  • Pasta Primavera with Lemon Sauce, Bell Pepper, Zucchini & Peas
  • One-Pan Smashed Black Bean Tacos with Creamy Slaw, Pickled Onion & Red Pepper Crema
  • BBQ Pineapple Flatbreads with Caramelized & Pickled Onion
  • Cranberry-Apple Kale Salad with Roasted Veggies, Parm Frico & Garlic Ciabatta
  • Bavette Steak & Sherry Shallot Sauce with Garlic Parmesan Potato Clusters & Mixed Greens
  • Cobia with Pistachio Gremolata with Couscous & Garlic Roasted Green Beans
  • Tilapia with Scallion Sriracha Pesto over Ginger Rice with Green Beans
  • Brown Sugar Bourbon & Pecan Salmon
  • Creamy Shrimp & Bacon Spaghetti with Smoky Charred Corn & Chives
  • Cherry Balsamic Chicken with Almond Couscous & Roasted Carrots
  • Black Bean & Green Pepper Flautas with Guacamole, Pico de Gallo & Sour Cream
  • Southwest Stuffed Zucchini Boats with Pico de Gallo, Avocado Crema & Cilantro
  • Maple-Rosemary Roasted Half Chicken with Fingerling Potatoes, Carrots & Lemon Pepper Sauce
  • Presto! Pesto Caprese Chicken Sandos
  • Braised Italian Sausage & White Beans with Kale, Pearl Pasta, & Parmesan
  • Sweet Thai Chili Pork Lettuce Wraps with Zesty Veggies & Peanuts
  • Sheet Pan Pork with Creamy Mustard plus Rosemary Roasted Root Veggies & Apple
  • Chinese-Style Speedy Beef Ramen Noodles with Garlic Chili Oil & Sesame Seeds
  • Turkey Ragù Spaghetti with Zucchini & Parmesan
  • Everything Bagel Chicken Tenders with Honey Mustard, Potato Wedges & Garlicky Green Beans
  • Balsamic & Fig Beef Tenderloin plus Honey Walnut Crostini, Brussels Sprouts & Parm Mashed Potatoes
  • Vegan Spicy Lemon Maple Tofu with Roasted Broccoli & Rice
  • Creamy Red Pepper Pork Chops with Rice & Roasted Zucchini
  • Spicy Coconut Curry Stuffed Peppers with Rice, Chickpeas, Bok Choy & Lime
  • Cranberry-Glazed Meatballs with Mashed Potatoes & Roasted Carrots
  • Street Cart–Style Chicken Bowls with Dark Meat Chicken, Yellow Rice, White Sauce & Pita Wedges
  • Pork Katsu with Sesame Roasted Carrots & Ginger Rice
  • Beef Ragú Zucchini “Lasagna”
  • Melty Mushroom Ravioli with Truffle Cream Sauce plus Kale & Walnuts
  • Parmesan Panko Chicken with Broccoli, Garlic Bread & Ranch Dressing
  • Crunchy Ranch Chicken with Roasted Green Beans & Buttery Baby Potatoes
  • One Pot Spicy Rigatoni alla Rossa with Fresh Rigatoni, Mozzarella & Spinach
  • Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi over Spaghetti with Roasted Broccoli
  • Ranchin' Chicken & Bacon Risotto with Cheesy Roasted Broccoli & Lemon
  • Slow Cooker Beef & Black Bean Chili Bar
  • Cajun-Spiced Steak with Shrimp Dirty Rice plus Roasted Green Beans & Dijon Pan Sauce
  • Sweet Chili Beef & Cabbage Stir-Fry with Rice, Cashews & Crispy Fried Onions
  • Loaded Mashed Potato Bar
  • Old Bay Buttered-Up Chicken with Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Roasted Veggies
  • Creamy Chicken Sausage & Kale Cavatappi with Garlic, Lemon & Parmesan
  • Pork Bulgogi Bowls with Carrots, Pickled Cucumber & Sriracha Crema
  • Sheet Pan Italian Pork Meatloaves with Balsamic-Glazed Zucchini Medley, Herbed Ricotta & Garlic Bread
  • Hot Honey Pork Chops with Rice & Lemony Roasted Veggies
  • Gouda Vibes Burgers with Tomato Onion Jam & Potato Wedges
  • One-Pan Rajas Quesadillas with Salsa Fresca, Southwest Crema & Guacamole
  • Curried Chickpea Fritters with Spinach Rice Pilaf, Pickled Raisins & Creamy Garlic Sauce
  • Kale, Brussels & Orange Salad with Feta plus Couscous, Red Wine Vinaigrette & Garlicky Panko
  • Vegan Southwest Black Bean Stuffed Peppers with Red Enchilada Sauce, Couscous & Lemon Drizzle
  • Alfredo Truffle Cavatappi
  • Heat ’em & eat ’em Pearl Pasta e Fagioli Soup with Toasted Panko & Parmesan
  • Prosciutto-Wrapped Swiss Chicken with Creamy Rigatoni, Spinach & Toasted Panko
  • Banh Mi Pork Burgers with Pickled Veggie Slaw, Sriracha Mayo & Garlic Potato Wedges

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:

  • Spiral Cut Roasted Bone-In Ham
  • White Cheddar and Sage Biscuits with Honey Butter
  • Loaded Mashed Potatoes with Bacon
  • Brussels Sprouts with Caramelized Onions and Maple Bacon Glaze
  • Tangy Tomato Butter Sirloin with garlic potatoes
  • Basil-Parmesan Crusted Salmon with garlic zucchini and tomatoes
  • Brown Butter-Thyme Chicken with garlicky green beans and mushrooms
  • Buffalo-Style Chicken Burrito Bowl with black beans and cilantro
  • Herbes de Provence Chicken with glazed carrots and pecans
  • Chile Butter Sliced Steak Rice Bowl with pineapple salsa
  • Chipotle Ranch Pork Taco Salad with cheese, corn, and tomatoes
  • Piri Piri Lime Shrimp Tacos with mango slaw and guacamole
  • Katsu BBQ Salmon Burger with black garlic fries
  • Southwestern-Style Beef Taco Soup with cheddar and tortilla strips
  • Three-Cheese Skillet Lasagna Bianca with spinach and corn
  • Mexican-Style Elotes Quesadillas with chipotle-lime crema and corn salsa
  • Honey Walnut Chicken with sesame rice
  • Spicy Steak Strip Noodle Bowl with peanuts and green onions
  • Honey Cashew Shrimp with broccoli fried rice
  • Sweet and Sticky Pork Medallions with Rockefeller mashed potatoes
  • Creamed Spinach and Blue Cheese Gnocchi with Parmesan, parsley, and walnuts
  • Basil Pesto Chicken with Asiago broccoli
  • Vietnamese-Style Chicken Thigh Naanwiches with red cabbage slaw
  • Sheet Pan Cheddar and Bacon-Loaded Pork Meatloaf with dilly roasted potatoes
  • Piri Piri Trout with Cilantro Butter and green bean amandine
  • Orange Tofu Noodles with broccoli and carrots
  • One-Pan Turkey Enchilada Rice Bowl with corn and bean salsa
  • Dilly Chicken with lemon-garlic potatoes and green beans
  • Shrimp and Bacon Carbonara with toasted ciabatta
  • Sesame-Crusted Salmon with black garlic potatoes
  • Lemony Milanese-Style Chicken with spaghetti
  • Sausage and Pepper Risotto with garlic butter and Parmesan
  • Hot Wing-Style Chicken with cheesy broccoli
  • Mustard-Pretzel Chicken with garlic mashed potatoes
  • Lemony Italian Sausage Penne with Parmesan
  • Sunday Supper Beef Meatloaf with cheddar mashed potatoes and corn
  • Garlic-Lime Shrimp and Rice Bowl with crispy tortillas and chipotle crema
  • Beef and Pork Bolognese Spaghetti with spinach and garlic-herb goat cheese
  • Poblano Chicken Tacos with chipotle-lime slaw
  • Roasted Garlic and Parmesan Meatballs with broccoli and quinoa
  • Orange-Glazed Pulled Pork with brown rice and green beans
  • Sunday Sauce Meatballs with farro, green beans, and Parmesan
  • Italian Sausage Pasta with peas and Parmesan
  • Spicy Chicken Harvest Bowl with squash, corn, and rice

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:

  • Citrusy Paprika-Spiced Pork Filet with lemony roasted potatoes, green beans, feta, almonds
  • Cobia with Lemon-Basil Caper Sauce with kale, sweet potato & white bean hash
  • Smoky Pork Patties with caramelized onion, roasted cauliflower, cabbage slaw, cotija
  • Cheesy Dijon Pork Chops with roasted carrots, green beans with almonds
  • Barramundi with Lemon Chive Butter with kale salad with almonds, dates & tomato
  • Chicken with Maple Dijon Sauce with roasted sweet potato, apple & chard hash
  • Pork Filet with Creamy Pistou with herby rice with chard, sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts, feta
  • Sweet Potato “Steaks” & Warm Kale Salad with hazelnut-panko topping, maple, shallot, cabbage, cranberries
  • Beef Cavatappi Skillet with roasted red peppers, peas, Parmesan, mozzarella
  • Salmon with Herbed Chickpeas & Kale with tomato, dates, schug sauce
  • Maple Brussels Sprouts over Rice Pilaf with rainbow carrots, kale cherry salad, orange, walnuts
  • Prosciutto, Ricotta & Kale Toasts with pistachios, peach jam
  • Balsamic Chicken Penne with Asparagus with grape tomatoes, Parmesan, garlic
  • Chicken with Basil Pistou with roasted peppers, artichokes, fennel, rice, chard
  • Spaghetti with Turkey Bolognese with roasted summer squash, Parmesan cheese
  • Peruvian-Spiced Chicken with Chimichurri with carrots, bell pepper, tomato, pepitas
  • Turkey Couscous Bowls with Lemon Ricotta with roasted broccoli, Parmesan, peas
  • Baked Lemon Pepper Tilapia with Feta with lemon-basil caper sauce, bulgur with spinach & peas, roasted almonds
  • Bean & Rice Burritos with Chimichurri with guacamole, corn, roasted red peppers, Cholula sauce
  • Greek Beef Tenderloin & Lemon Dill Sauce with crème fraîche mashed potatoes, zesty broccoli
  • Roasted Chickpea & Carrot Bowls with kale, rice with dates & feta, creamy turmeric vinaigrette
  • Orzo Pasta Minestrone with summer squash, carrots, peas, Parmesan, pesto
  • Pineapple BBQ Flatbreads with bell pepper, spicy pickled shallots, mozzarella, cheddar
  • Black Bean Bowls with Pineapple Rice with creamy cilantro sauce, pepitas
  • Italian White Bean & Kale Soup with sweet potatoes, ciabatta crostini with garlic chive oil
  • Baja-Style Potato Tacos with Guacamole with chipotle aïoli, corn & roasted red peppers
  • Creamy Broccoli & Potato Soup with carrots, sharp cheddar cheese, ciabatta croutons
  • Maple Carrot Power Bowls with turmeric-spiced pearl couscous, kale, cranberries, tahini
  • Spicy Peanut & Veggie Sesame Rice Bowls with green beans, peas, cabbage, carrots, cilantro
  • Cauliflower & Kale Salad with artichokes, tomatoes, feta, pistachios, garlic pitas
  • Taco-Spiced Beef & Squash Skillet with tomato, toasted pepitas, sharp cheddar, crema
  • Creamy Garlic-Herb Chicken Skillet with roasted cauliflower, peas, kale, sun-dried tomatoes
  • Thai-Spiced Chicken Tacos with mango slaw, peanuts, vegan Sriracha-ginger mayo
  • Blackened Pork with Creole Dijonnaise with couscous with corn & roasted peppers, apricot green beans
  • Pork Chops with Sesame-Ginger Sauce with broccoli, cabbage & edamame stir-fry, jasmine rice
  • Sage Brown Butter Chicken Piccata with creamy lemon linguine, Parmesan cheese
  • Peanut Chicken & Smashed Cucumber Salad with lime rice, chili flakes, cilantro
  • Truffle Butter Steak with potato wedges, Parmesan roasted broccoli
  • Walnut-Crusted Chicken & Roasted Carrots with honey thyme sauce, creamy kale with bacon
  • Spicy Sesame Shrimp with broccoli stir-fry, cashews, spicy ginger-lime aïoli
  • Sockeye Salmon & Lemon Crème Fraîche with scallion mashed potatoes, capers, garlicky green beans
  • 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:

  • 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
  • General Tsao's Tofu with Broccoli and Red Peppers
  • Rice and Lentil Risotto with Roasted Portabella Mushrooms
  • Brunch Frittata with Walnut and Strawberry Vinaigrette Salad

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:

  • Smoky Gouda Chicken with Roasted Red Potatoes & Parmesan Green Beans
  • Nonna's Sunday Beef Bolognese with Lasagnette & Garlicky Zucchini
  • Chicken Alfredo Pasta with Garlicky Broccoli
  • Chicken Florentine with Spinach & Garlic-Chili Cauliflower
  • Cavatappi & Italian-Style Pork Ragu with Garlic Broccoli
  • Mushroom Chicken Thighs & Wild Rice with Garlic-Roasted Green Beans
  • Festive Feast for Two with Gingerbread-Spiced Cheesecake
  • Grilled Filet Mignon & Creamy Parmesan Shrimp with Roasted Broccolini & Squash Medley
  • Cajun-Spiced Salmon & Shrimp with Smoked Gouda Cauli Grits & Creole Gravy Broccoli
  • Roasted Garlic Chicken with Green Beans & Sour Cream & Onion Mashed Potatoes
  • Southwestern-Style Ground Pork & Calabacitas with Queso Fresco, Ranchero Black Beans & Cilantro Sour Cream
  • Grilled Steakhouse Filet Mignon with Parmesan Creamed Spinach, Broccolini & Asiago Butter
  • Chimichurri Barramundi with Roasted Garlic-Parsley Red Potatoes & Baby Carrots
  • Scampi-Style Shrimp & Salmon with Tomato Cauliflower Risotto & Parmesan-Herb Broccolini
  • Truffle Butter Filet Mignon with Potato-Leek Mash & Roasted Carrots
  • Green Chile Chicken with Mexican-Style Cauliflower Rice & Pepper Jack Queso Blanco
  • Creamy Garlic Chicken Thighs & Roasted Mushrooms with Red Peppers, Potato-Celery Root Mash & Garlicky Green Beans
  • Santa Fe-Style Green Chile Beef Skillet with Jalapeño Creamed Corn & Green Chile Rice
  • Spicy Southwestern-Style Turkey & Mac with Roasted Zucchini, Corn & Poblano Peppers
  • Honey Butter Grilled Chicken with Rosemary Roasted Potatoes & Parmesan Broccoli
  • Creamy Tomato Pork Chop with Sautéed Spinach & Garlic-Chive Cauliflower
  • Ginger Teriyaki Salmon with Roasted Cabbage, Forbidden Rice, Sesame Green Beans & Roasted Onions
  • 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
  • Louisiana Shrimp with Smoked Gouda Cauliflower "Grits" & Chicken Andouille Tomato Gravy
  • Herbed Ricotta & Beef Ragu with Roasted Parmesan Walnuts & Zucchini Noodles
  • Pesto, Bacon & Tomato Chicken Bake with Creamy Broccoli “Rice” & Garlic Herb Broccoli
  • Chicken Piccata with Cauliflower Mash & Broccoli
  • Creamy Pesto Pork Chop with Spinach Cauliflower "Rice" & Roasted Green Beans
  • Indian-Style Butter Chicken with Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
  • Herb Cream Cheese Salmon with Red Pepper Cauliflower "Grits" & Broccoli
  • Bacon & Onion Pork Tenderloin with Swiss Cauliflower Mash & Creamy Mushroom Green Beans
  • Stroganoff-Style Beef Burger with Parmesan Green Beans & Roasted Mushrooms
  • Tex-Mex Beef Bowl with Green Chile Cheese Sauce & Cauliflower Rice
  • Parmesan Cream Shrimp & Zucchini Noodles with Herb-Parmesan Broccoli
  • Sun-Dried Tomato & Spinach Fusilli with Italian Herb-Roasted Zucchini
  • Three Bean Vegan Chili with Cornbread Casserole & Tofu-Based Crema
  • Chipotle-Spiced Potato & Pepper Bowl with Ranchero Beans, Crema & Crushed Tostadas
  • Indian Butter Tofu, Lentils & Rice with Curry-Spiced Spinach & Potatoes
  • Chicken & Mushroom Cauli Rice Risotto with Roasted Green Beans & Pearl Onions
  • Potato Leek Mash & Grilled Chicken with Roasted Corn & Zucchini Saute

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
  • Sesame Orange Tofu with Pan-Roasted Green Beans
  • Enchilada Casserole with Mojo Rojo and Poblanos
  • Tomato & Rice Soup with Crispy "Cheese" Curds
  • Smoky Broccoli Cheddar Mac & Cheese
  • Tofu Marsala with Mustardy Mashed Potatoes
  • Green Goddess Sweet Potatoes with Crispy Chickpeas
  • Roasted Ratatouille with Orzo & Herby Breadcrumbs
  • Patatas Bravas Tacos with Garlic Aioli
  • Butternut Farrotto with Creamed Spinach
  • Moroccan Squash Tagine with Hazelnut Dukkah
  • Chickpeas Alla Faux Dka with Garlic Bread
  • Chipotle Tofu Tacos with Pickled Radish & Cilantro Crema
  • Crispy Sumac Brown Rice Bowls with Pistachios & Cashew Cheese
  • French Onion & Cashew Cheese Sandwiches
  • Crispy Herb Chickpea & Arugula Salads
  • Avocado & Greens Quesadillas with Smoky Ranch

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:

  • Mushroom Marsala Chicken with Orzo & Broccolini
  • Flat Iron Steak with Crispy Potatoes, Sugar Snap Peas, & Three-Peppercorn Sauce
  • Black Pepper Shrimp with Stir-Fry Vegetables & Jasmine Rice
  • Creamy Penne with Sautéed Brussels Sprouts & Green Peas
  • Huevos Rancheros with Cuban Black Beans & Avocado
  • Delicata Squash & Pepper Fajitas with Pico de Gallo
  • Shredded Chicken Enchiladas Verdes with Pinto Beans
  • Sheet Pan Pesto Salmon with Arugula Panzanella & Italian Vinaigrette
  • Ethiopian-Style Lentils with Braised Greens & Mushrooms
  • Chicken, Bacon, & Potato Salad with Lemon Tahini
  • Mexican-Style Pulled Pork Stew with Hominy & Cabbage
  • Salmon & Truffled Cauliflower with Roasted Carrots & Brussels Sprouts
  • Pan-Seared Tilapia with Salsa Verde & Sweet Potato-Poblano Pepper Hash
  • Scallop & Shrimp Pasta with Lemon-Caper Butter Sauce
  • Shrimp & Andouille Fideo Paella with Roasted Garlic Aioli for Four
  • Roasted Chicken with Mushroom Bread Pudding & Brussels Sprouts for Four
  • BBQ Ribs with Pimento Mac 'n' Cheese & Creole Carrots for Four
  • Butter Chicken with Vegetable Biryani Rice
  • Pork Pad Kee Mao with Stir-Fried Vegetables & Rice Noodles
  • Beef Shepherd's Pie with Mashed Potatoes
  • Broccoli Mac & Cheese
  • Saag Paneer with Basmati Rice
  • Salmon with Dijon cream sauce, artichokes, and mushrooms
  • Traditional Caesar Salad
  • Pear Walnut Salad with Pomegranate Vinaigrette
  • Louie Salad with Hard-Boiled Eggs & Rémoulade

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! 1 Month Free at Planet Fitness + 50% off your 1st box. No coupon needed - just use this link.

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 Buffalo Ranch Chicken with Honey Roasted Carrots & Mashed Potatoes
  • Caramelized Onion Burgers with Dijon Aioli & Potato Wedges
  • Sweet Chili Turkey Rice Bowls with Peanuts & Sriracha Mayo
  • Black Bean & Pepper Jack Tostadas with Southwest Lime Crema & Spicy Pico de Gallo
  • Steak with Balsamic Sauce plus Brussels Sprouts & Cheesy Tomato Bruschetta Toasts
  • Cheesy Tomato Bruschetta Chicken with Potato Wedges
  • Smoky Paprika Pork Chops with Broccoli & Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes
  • Tangy Ponzu-Lime Meatballs with Rice, Cucumber, Crispy Fried Onions & Zesty Mayo
  • Sizzling Southwest Steak Hash with Fajita Veggies & Garlic Crema
  • Linguine Carbonara with Peas & Bacon
  • One-Pan Paprika Chicken & Couscous with Dark Meat Chicken & Scallions
  • Melty Mozz, Tomato Jam & Zucchini Panini with Herby Potato Wedges & Balsamic Ketchup
  • Dijon Walnut-Crusted Salmon with Arugula Salad, Garlic Bread & Lemon Sauce
  • Southwest Rajas Quesadillas with Salsa Fresca & Lime Crema
  • Creamy Penne Al Limone with Broccoli plus Parmesan
  • Cheesy Corn Bisque with Garlic Bread
  • Lemon Herb Risotto With Chicken & Tomato-Bacon Jam
  • Quick & Easy Smoky Cumin Pork Tacos with Creamy Sriracha Slaw & Crispy Fried Onions
  • Spicy Southwest Chicken Linguine with Scallions
  • Sweet Soy-Glazed Pork Lettuce Wraps with Carrots, Pickled Cucumber & Sriracha Mayo
  • Spiced Chickpea & Couscous Bowls with Smoky Carrots, Creamy Lemon Sauce & Feta
  • Cheesy Southwest Pork Hash with Green Bell Pepper & Sour Cream
  • Mozz & Pork Sausage Subs with Creamy Coleslaw
  • Sweet 'N' Sour Tamarind Chicken Lo Mein with Egg, Peanuts & Scallions
  • Simmered Beef Bolognese over Linguine
  • Cheesy Chicken, Broccoli & Rice Casserole with Cheddar Panko Topping
  • Bring Home The Bacon Tortelloni with Creamy Tomato Sauce

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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 cuddling with my senior German Shepherd 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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