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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 April 27 - May 3?

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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: Subscriptions cost between $8.74-$9.99 per serving, depending on your plan, plus shipping. Sign up here!

ACTIVE DEAL: 16 Free Meals (Offer is for new subscriptions only across 9 boxes and varies by plan) + First Box Ships Free + 3 Surprise Gifts
CODE: MSA16HF

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:

  • Honey Thyme Pork Filet with Roasted Potatoes & Broccoli
  • Chicken Sausage & Spinach-Ricotta Ravioli with Grape Tomatoes & Lemon
  • Chicken & Sun-Dried Tomato Spaghetti with Fresh Parsley, Almonds & Parmesan
  • Sun-Dried Tomato Spaghetti with Fresh Parsley, Almonds & Parmesan
  • One-Pan Beef & Black Bean Tacos with Creamy Slaw, Pickled Onion & Red Pepper Crema
  • Shrimp & Sun-Dried Tomato Spaghetti with Fresh Parsley, Almonds & Parmesan
  • One-Pan Turkey & Black Bean Tacos with Creamy Slaw, Pickled Onion & Red Pepper Crema
  • Honey Thyme Chicken with Roasted Potatoes & Broccoli
  • Sheet Pan Dijon Onion Crunch Chicken with Green Beans & Garlic Bread
  • One-Pan Smashed Black Bean Tacos with Creamy Slaw, Pickled Onion & Red Pepper Crema
  • Beef Flautas Supreme with Pico de Gallo & Smoky Red Pepper Crema
  • Szechuan Pork Noodle Stir-Fry with Carrot, Scallions & Peanuts
  • Sweet Bourbon Cheddar Burgers with Potato Wedges & Garlic Aioli
  • One-Pot Thai Coconut Curry Turkey Soup with Sweet Potato, Cauliflower Rice & Bell Pepper
  • Arthur Ave Pork Sausage & Pepper Heroes with Melty Mozzarella & Garlic Potato Wedges
  • Pan-Seared Sweet Soy Glazed Pork with Roasted Carrots & Broccoli
  • Hoisin Sweet Potato & Mushroom Bowls with Ginger Rice & Sriracha Soy Mayo
  • Cantina Steak Fajitas with Cilantro Rice, Pico de Gallo, Guacamole & Smoky Red Pepper Crema
  • Pan-Seared Scallops & Lemon Butter Sauce with Crème Fraîche Mashed Potatoes & Roasted Asparagus
  • Barramundi with Zesty Cilantro Sauce with Lemony Carrots & Garlic Couscous
  • Smoky Garlic Herb Shrimp
  • Buttermilk Biscuits & Pork Sausage Gravy with Fried Eggs & Sweet Potato Hash
  • Crispy Chicken & Bacon Alfredo with Spinach, Parmesan & Chives
  • Cherry Ancho Glazed Chicken with Almond & Scallion Rice
  • Jammy Bacon & Gouda Melts with Caramelized Onion & Potato Wedges
  • Roasted Garlic & Zucchini Flatbreads with White Sauce, Mozzarella & Grape Tomatoes
  • One-Pot Mexicali Black Bean Soup with the Works
  • Shawarma-Spiced Grilling Cheese with Pistachio Rice, Garlicky White Sauce & Israeli Salad
  • Penne Rustica with a Kick tossed with Asparagus & topped with Crispy Panko
  • Truffle Risotto with Herbed Chicken plus Creamy Mushroom Sauce & Crispy Onions
  • One-Pan Tex-Mex Pork Tacos with Pineapple, Pickled Veggies & Lime Crema
  • Mushroom & Mozzarella Hoagies with Dijon Mayo & Seasoned Potato Wedges
  • Shawarma-Spiced Steak Pita Wraps
  • Creamy Mushroom Chowder with Couscous plus Spinach, Croutons & Lemon
  • Kid’s Make & Take Pita Pizzas with Apple Slices, Carrot Sticks, Trail Mix & Waffle Strips
  • Curried Chicken Salad Wraps with Golden Raisins & Cabbage-Carrot Slaw
  • Cheesy Chicken & Green Pepper Sammies with Parm, Monterey Jack & Creamy Garlic Sauce
  • Primo Prosciutto Sandwiches with Ricotta, Tomato & Balsamic Arugula Salad
  • Fancy French Onion Beef Tenderloin with Rosemary Potato Wedges, Lemony Green Beans & Horseradish Cream
  • Vegan Thai Green Curry with Chickpeas plus Zucchini, Cabbage, Rice & Lime
  • Creamy Lemon-Herb Pork Chops with Balsamic-Glazed Brussels Sprouts & Carrots
  • Edamame & Cauliflower Fritters with Roasted Broccoli Slaw & Sweet Chili Mayo
  • Sesame Soy Beef Bowls with Shredded Carrots, Buttery Rice & Sriracha Mayo
  • Greek Chicken Tzatziki Bowls with Chicken Thighs, Yellow Rice & Pitas
  • Tortelloni with Peas & Bacon in a Creamy Shallot Sauce
  • Honey Dijon Dill Trout with Shingled Potatoes & Roasted Broccoli
  • BBQ Meatloaves with Shingled Potatoes plus Roasted Broccoli & Scallion Crema
  • Chicken in Dijon Sauce with Balsamic Greens, Walnuts & Grapes plus Garlic Bread
  • Mexican Chicken & Rice Bowls with Salsa Fresca & Lime Sour Cream
  • Sweet & Spicy Avocado Toast with Feta plus Red Pepper Jam, Cucumbers & Crispy Fried Onions
  • One-Pan Hail Chicken Caesar Wraps with Parmesan & Tomato
  • Italian Beef Stuffed Peppers
  • Sheet Pan Dijon Onion Crunch Chicken with Roasted Broccoli & Garlic Bread
  • Szechuan Beef Noodle Stir-Fry with Carrot, Scallions & Peanuts
  • One-Pot Thai Coconut Curry Chicken Soup with Sweet Potato, Cauliflower Rice & Bell Pepper
  • Chicken Sausage & Pepper Heroes with Melty Mozzarella & Garlic Potato Wedges
  • Pan-Seared Sweet Soy Glazed Chicken with Roasted Carrots & Broccoli
  • Chicken, Sweet Potato & Mushroom Bowls with Ginger Rice & Sriracha Soy Mayo
  • Sheet Pan Dijon Onion Crunch Chicken with Asparagus & Garlic Bread
  • Szechuan Shrimp Noodle Stir-Fry with Carrot, Scallions & Peanuts
  • Chicken & Pepper Heroes with Melty Mozzarella & Garlic Potato Wedges
  • Shrimp, Sweet Potato & Mushroom Bowls with Ginger Rice & Sriracha Soy Mayo
  • Barramundi with Zesty Cilantro Sauce with Lemony Asparagus & Garlic Couscous
  • Chicken Sausage, Garlic & Zucchini Flatbreads with White Sauce, Mozzarella & Grape Tomatoes
  • One-Pot Mexicali Turkey & Black Bean Soup with the Works
  • Shawarma-Spiced Grilling Cheese with Pistachio Cauliflower Rice, Garlicky White Sauce & Israeli Salad
  • Chicken Penne Rustica with a Kick tossed with Asparagus & topped with Crispy Panko
  • One-Pan Tex-Mex Beef Tacos with Pineapple, Pickled Veggies & Lime Crema
  • Bacon, Mushroom & Mozzarella Hoagies with Dijon Mayo & Seasoned Potato Wedges
  • Shrimp Penne Rustica with a Kick tossed with Asparagus & topped with Crispy Panko
  • Thai Green Curry with Chicken & Chickpeas plus Chicken Thighs, Zucchini, Cabbage, Rice & Lime
  • Creamy Lemon-Herb Chicken with Balsamic-Glazed Brussels Sprouts & Carrots
  • Sesame Soy Beef Bowls with Shredded Carrots, Buttery Cauli Rice & Sriracha Mayo
  • Mexican Chicken & Cauliflower Rice Bowls with Salsa Fresca & Lime Sour Cream
  • Szechuan Beef Noodle Stir-Fry with Carrot, Scallions & Peanuts
  • Pan-Seared Sweet Soy Glazed Pork with Roasted Carrots & Broccoli
  • Pan-Seared Sweet Soy Glazed Chicken with Roasted Carrots & Broccoli
  • Crispy Chicken & Bacon Alfredo with Spinach, Parmesan & Chives
  • Jammy Bacon & Gouda Melts with Caramelized Onion & Potato Wedges
  • One-Pan Tex-Mex Beef Tacos with Pineapple, Pickled Veggies & Lime Crema
  • Bacon, Mushroom & Mozzarella Hoagies with Dijon Mayo & Seasoned Potato Wedges
  • Creamy Lemon-Herb Pork Chops with Balsamic-Glazed Brussels Sprouts & Carrots
  • Creamy Lemon-Herb Chicken with Balsamic-Glazed Brussels Sprouts & Carrots
  • Tortelloni with Peas & Bacon in a Creamy Shallot Sauce

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.

Here’s what’s on the Home Chef menu next week:

For those looking for quick meals with minimal prep, Home Chef is offering these Easy Prep Meal Kits:

  • Pimiento Beef Cheeseburger with buttermilk-dill fries
  • Chicken Schnitzel with Cranberry Mostarda and cheesy mashed potatoes
  • Soy Walnut Mahi-Mahi with garlic-sesame vegetables
  • Broccoli Cheddar-Stuffed Chicken with roasted garlic carrots and zucchini
  • Shrimp Campanelle Primavera with zucchini and Parmesan cheese
  • Marsala Fig Pork Chop with Parmesan zucchini and peas
  • Hawaiian-Style Turkey Burger with Sriracha-roasted sweet potatoes
  • Sicilian-Style Spinach Smothered Steak with Parmesan cottage fries
  • Chile Maple Mustard-Glazed Pork Meatballs with spiced carrots and zucchini
  • Philly-Style Cheesesteak Enchiladas with peppers and onions
  • Blackened Trout with Alfredo Sauce and garlic butter Brussels sprouts
  • Hot Honey-Maple Chicken with roasted red pepper potatoes
  • Butternut Squash, Fig, and Blue Cheese Risotto with walnuts
  • Spicy Plantain and Black Bean Tacos with quick-pickled shallots and poblano pepper
  • One-Pan Buffalo-Style Chicken Quesadilla with sour cream and green onions
  • Steak au Poivre with corn and potato hash
  • Firecracker Petite Scallops Rice Bowl with avocado and cabbage
  • Sage Butter Pork Medallions with caramelized onion green beans
  • Garlic and Lemon Salmon with creamy Parmesan broccoli
  • Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Tortellini with toasted breadcrumbs
  • Panko-Crusted Chicken Cutlet with Pesto Butter and Parmesan broccoli
  • One-Pan Bacon and Guacamole Chicken Sandwich with ranch slaw 
  • Ground Turkey Enchilada Skillet with pepitas
  • Ginger Sesame Salmon Salad with apple slices
  • Garlic Parmesan Cauliflower with pesto almond rice
  • Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato and Asparagus Ziti with cheesy garlic bread
  • Takeout-Style Black Pepper Tofu with onions and peppers
  • Cherry-Glazed Pork Medallions with almond rice pilaf
  • Herbed Maple Salmon with sun-dried tomato green beans
  • Shrimp Scampi Risotto with roasted tomatoes
  • Spicy Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos with honey-lime slaw
  • Margherita Chicken with garlic Parmesan zucchini
  • Mozzarella-Stuffed Beef Meatloaf with panko Parmesan zucchini
  • Ginger Chile Pork Meatballs with spicy boom boom sauce
  • Garlic Truffle Chicken with green beans and tomatoes
  • Hickory and Brown Sugar BBQ Beef Meatloaf with creamed spinach mashed potatoes
  • Grandma’s Ketchup and Brown Sugar Brisket with mashed potatoes
  • Chicken and Vegetable Tacos with salsa verde slaw and cheese
  • Spicy Chipotle Beef and Pork Bolognese Penne with crispy onions and cheddar
  • Sweet Chili Chicken with quinoa and roasted green beans
  • Smothered Pork Chop with tomato gravy and roasted green beans
  • Jerk Sauced Pork Bowl with roasted vegetables and brown rice
  • Ground Beef Teriyaki Bowl with roasted carrots, edamame, and cabbage
  • Puebla-Style Beef Rice Bowl with poblano cream sauce and fajita vegetables

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: $11.49-$12.99 per meal, depending on your preferences. Sign up here!

ACTIVE DEAL: Limited Time Only! Get $250 off + free shipping
CODE: MSA200

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:

  • Turkey Tacos with Mango Chimichurri Slaw with refried beans, Monterey Jack cheese
  • Cumin-Spiced Cobia over Bulgur Pilaf with scallion, tomato, ají verde sauce, carrot-lime slaw
  • Ginger-Lime Pork Egg Roll In A Bowl with broccoli, cabbage, scallion-egg scramble, cashews, sesame
  • Garlic-Herb Chicken & Sun-Dried Tomatoes with Parmesan kale rice, scallion
  • Smoky Tilapia Meuniere over Bulgur with kale, roasted peppers, capers, almonds
  • Spiced Shrimp Bowls with Chipotle-Lime Aïoli with corn and roasted red pepper rice, cilantro, toasted cashews
  • Spicy Chicken & Guacamole Wraps with cabbage, tomato, corn, creamy vegan chimichurri sauce
  • Tropical Shrimp & Bacon Rice Bowls with mango salsa, roasted cashews, coconut, cilantro
  • Baja Pork Salad Bowls with romaine, beans, corn, mangos, creamy cilantro vinaigrette
  • Lemon-Basil Caper Chicken with roasted cauliflower & tomato, kale salad with almonds
  • Mushroom & Swiss Burgers with lemon aïoli, roasted sweet potato fries with scallion
  • Pesto Chicken Chopped Salad with tomato, bell pepper, Kalamata olives, mozzarella cheese
  • Crispy Sweet & Sour Pork with Pineapple with jasmine rice, red bell pepper, carrot, scallions
  • Salmon with Red Peppers & Olives with sliced almonds, couscous with kale & dates
  • Spicy Chili-Ginger Chicken Kale Salad with toasted almonds, saucy mushrooms, ginger-lime aïoli
  • Truffle Linguine with Chicken with cremini mushrooms, garlic, peas
  • Almond-Crusted Chicken with Fig Sauce with roasted baby broccoli & carrots
  • Prosciutto & Fig Cheesy Melts with Dijon cream sauce, kale salad with balsamic vinaigrette
  • Lemon Dill Chicken Wraps with hummus, lettuce, tomato, bell pepper, pepitas
  • Shrimp & Steak Salad with Schug Sauce with romaine & cabbage, mint, tomato, feta, almonds, lemon
  • Baked Ricotta Chicken & Pesto Broccoli with roasted red peppers, mozzarella
  • Coconut Shrimp Soup with fennel, celery, balsamic roasted red pepper sauce, Parmesan
  • Cheesy Dijon Pork Chops with roasted carrots, green beans with almonds
  • Beef Tenderloin & Bok Choy Rice Bowls with fried egg, pickled cucumber ribbons, sesame seeds, Sriracha
  • Panko Chicken with Lemon Aïoli with toasted pearl couscous, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted broccoli
  • Turmeric Carrot & Cauliflower Bowls with kale & cabbage salad, couscous with dates, pistachios
  • Roasted Garlic & Fennel Flatbreads with artichoke hearts, seasoned tomato, kale salad
  • BBQ Sweet Potato Tacos with cabbage & carrot slaw, black beans, corn, cheesy tortillas
  • Mozzarella & Pesto Pita Pizzas with tomato, balsamic glaze, leaf lettuce, bell pepper, sunflower seeds
  • Braised Chickpeas with Tomatoes & Kale with lemon rice, hummus, pistachios
  • Black Bean Taco Salad with guacamole, cheddar, bell pepper, toasted pepitas
  • Chickpea Salad Sandwiches with chard, cranberries, walnuts, curry-spiced carrot fries
  • Ginger-Turmeric Kale & Chickpea Bowls with grains with schug sauce, dates, grape tomatoes, cabbage, pistachios
  • Honey-Mustard Kale Salad & Asparagus with roasted potatoes, radishes, peas, almonds, feta cheese
  • Gyro-Spiced Pork Filet Kale Salad with garlicky pita croutons, tomato, feta, white balsamic vinaigrette
  • Creamy Chimichurri Turkey Bowls with cumin cauliflower “rice,” cotija cheese, Cholula
  • Lemony Chicken over Feta Couscous with lemon crema, roasted tomato & summer squash
  • Barramundi with Lemon Chive Butter with kale salad with almonds, dates & tomato
  • Walnut-Crusted Chicken & Roasted Carrots with honey thyme sauce, creamy kale with bacon
  • Roasted Chickpea & Fig Couscous Bowls with cauliflower, kale, roasted red peppers, schug, feta
  • Beef Tenderloin with Truffle Cream Sauce with cheesy cauliflower, roasted tomato wedges
  • Ginger-Lime Pork Egg Roll In A Bowl with broccoli, cabbage, scallion-egg scramble, cashews, sesame
  • Baja Turkey Salad Bowls with romaine, beans, corn, mangos, creamy cilantro vinaigrette
  • Crispy Sweet & Sour Pork with Pineapple with jasmine rice, red bell pepper, carrot, scallions
  • Cheesy Dijon Pork Chops with roasted carrots, green beans with almonds
  • Gyro-Spiced Chicken Kale Salad with garlicky pita croutons, tomato, feta, white balsamic vinaigrette

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:

  • Mac and "Cheese" with Steamed Broccoli
  • Scrumptious Sliders with Herbs De Provence Home Fries and Vegan Ranch
  • Vegetable Tikka Masala with Roasted Cauliflower and Rice
  • All-Day Sunshine Bowl with Quinoa and Lemon Vinaigrette
  • Sesame-Crusted Tofu with Peppers and Garlic Forbidden Rice
  • Pasta Marinara with Plantballs

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: Starting at $15.00/meal for 4 meals/week. Save with longer subscriptions. Subscribe here!

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:

  • Jalapeño-Lime-Cheddar Chicken with Spicy Cilantro Cauliflower "Rice"
  • Santa Fe-Style Green Chile Beef Skillet with Jalapeño Creamed Corn & Green Chile Rice
  • Mushroom Chicken Thighs & Wild Rice with Garlic-Roasted Green Beans
  • Tomato Basil Chicken Risotto with Parmesan Broccoli
  • Smoky BBQ Chicken Breast with Mashed Potatoes, Creamed Corn & Green Bean Casserole
  • Cavatappi & Italian-Style Pork Ragu with Garlic Broccoli
  • Garlic Filet Mignon & Basil Pesto Shrimp Penne with Roasted Broccoli & Smoky Onion Butter
  • Wild Mushroom Filet Mignon with Pearl Onions, Creamy Leeks & Cauliflower
  • Cilantro Chicken with Brown Rice, Black Beans & Spicy Corn Esquites
  • Chorizo & Poblano Pico Bowl with Pepper-Cauli Medley, Ranchero Black Beans, Roasted Zucchini & Corn
  • Garlic Herb Roasted Barramundi with Parsley Potatoes, Chive Butter Zucchini & Beurre Blanc Sauce
  • Grilled Steakhouse Filet Mignon with Parmesan Creamed Spinach, Broccolini & Asiago Butter
  • Paprika-Bell Pepper & Ground Beef Macaroni with Roasted Onions, Whipped Herb Neufchâtel Cheese & Broccoli
  • Southwestern Chicken Thighs & Chipotle Ranch with Tex-Mex Cauliflower Rice & Adobo Roasted Veggies
  • Smoky Red Pepper Shredded Chicken with Potato-Cauli Mash, Garlic Carrots & Broccoli
  • Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Zucchini Noodles
  • Cheesy Ground Beef & Cabbage with Chile Garlic Green Beans & Red Bell Peppers
  • Pimento Cheese Chicken Breast with Garlic Spinach & Creamed Zucchini
  • Chorizo Chili with Shredded Cheese & Scallion Sour Cream
  • Black Pepper & Sage Pork Chop with Smoked Cheddar Brussels Sprouts & Creamy Broccoli
  • White Cheddar Chicken with Broccoli "Grits," Roasted Green Beans & Sliced Almonds
  • Dill Crusted Chicken & Cheddar Broccoli “Grits” with Roasted Green Beans & Lemon Garlic Butter
  • Jalapeño Popper Burger with Cauliflower "Popper" Rice & Roasted Zucchini
  • Creamy Tomato Pork Tenderloin with Wilted Spinach, Broccoli & Mushrooms
  • Tomato & Walnut Beef Ragu with Herbed Ricotta & Zucchini Noodles
  • Garlic Butter Shrimp & Creamed Kale with Zucchini-Pepper-Onion Medley
  • Baja Salmon with Cauliflower “Rice,” Broccoli & Jalapeño Lime Crema
  • Sun-Dried Tomato & Spinach Fusilli with Italian Herb-Roasted Zucchini
  • Vegan Mushroom Marsala with Onion Risotto & Roasted Garlic Green Beans
  • Thai Roasted Vegetable Green Curry with Coconut Lime Rice
  • Caribbean Spiced Tofu with Black Beans, Rice, Mango Salsa & Coconut Jerk Sauce
  • Shredded Chicken Taco Bowl with Roasted Corn Salsa & Cilantro Lime Sour Cream
  • Nonna's Sunday Beef Bolognese with Lasagnette & Garlicky Zucchini 
  • Herb Grilled Chicken with Goat Cheese Polenta, Green Beans & Peppers
  • Ground Pork Cheddar Chili & Mac with Garlic-Chive Corn & Broccoli

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:

  • Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Crispy Chickpeas & Green Goddess Tahini
  • Peanut Pad Thai Noodles with Charred Green Beans & Lime
  • Marry Me Cauliflower with Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Farro
  • Banh Mi Bowls with Broccoli & Pickled Veggies
  • Black Bean Burgers with BBQ-Glazed Onions & Spicy Arugula Salad
  • Spiced Lentil Tacos with Mojo Rojo & Avocado-Orange Salsa
  • Cacio E Pepe with Roasted Broccolini & Crispy Chickpeas
  • Chilled Miso Udon with Togarashi Walnuts & Gai Lan
  • Hot Tofu Pastrami Sandwiches with Herby Fries & Dijonnaise
  • Crispy Za’atar Eggplant Flatbreads with Tomato Herb Salad & Hummus
  • Wild Rice Pilaf with Polenta Dusted Sweet Potatoes & Chipotle Scallion Aioli
  • Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Roasted Red Peppers & Tzatziki
  • Farro Risotto with Miso-Butter Broccolini & Brown Sugar Kimchi
  • Sprouting Broccoli Salads with Sunflower Seeds & Miso Power Dressing
  • Farmers' Market Bowls with Roasted Bok Choy & Turmeric Tahini Dressing
  • Tofu Piccata with Smothered Potatoes & Roasted Zucchini
  • Mango Poke Bowls with Macadamia Nuts & Nori
  • Roasted Red Pepper & Spinach Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
  • Spring Goddess Bowls with Brown Rice & Ranch Dressing
  • French Onion Quesadillas with Mozzarella & Apple

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:

  • Butter Chicken with Basmati Rice & Naan Bread
  • Seared Steak with Yakisoba Noodle Stir-Fry
  • Crispy Fish Tacos with Guacamole, Cabbage Slaw, & Chimichurri
  • Carbonara-Style Pasta with Sautéed Brussels Sprouts & Green Peas
  • Cheesy Corn & Black Bean Enchiladas Suizas with Zesty Cabbage Salad
  • Asian-Style Tofu Lettuce Cups with Jasmine Rice
  • Japanese-Style Chicken Tsukune Meatballs with Sweet Barley & Ohitashi Spinach
  • Nacho Burger with Mexican Cheese Sauce & Tex-Mex Salad and Ground Beef
  • Shrimp Louie Sandwich with Cheesy Baked Zucchini Wedges
  • Mexican-Style Pulled Pork Stew with Hominy & Cabbage
  • Thai-Style Salmon with Toasted Cashew & Haricots Verts Stir-Fry
  • Moo Shu Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Sugar Snap Peas & Hoisin Dipping Sauce
  • Peruvian-Style Half Chicken with Yuca Fries & Green Salad
  • Lobster Street Tacos with Guacamole & Citrus Slaw
  • Saffron Paella with Chicken, Sausage, & Clams for Four
  • Shredded Pork Chili Verde with Spanish Rice for Four
  • Cashew Ginger Spinach Salad with Sesame Vinaigrette
  • Spinach & Arugula Salad with Apricots & Goat Cheese
  • Spinach Salad with Apples, Figs, & Goat Cheese

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: Meal plans start at only $4.99 per serving and you can choose between a two-person or a family plan. Boxes ship for $8.99. 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:

  • Herby Parmesan-Crusted Chicken with Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Roasted Zucchini
  • Kung Pao Beef Bowls with Green Bell Pepper & Peanuts
  • Southwest Pork Flautas with Zesty Crema & Pico de Gallo
  • Farmers Market Linguine with Lemon & Parmesan
  • Herb Butter Steak with Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Cheesy Potatoes
  • Sweet & Saucy Soy-Garlic Chicken with Savory Honey Glaze, Garlicky Rice & Roasted Carrots
  • Pork Chops & Apricot Mustard Sauce with Roasted Carrots & Red Onion
  • Mediterranean Smashed Burger Pitas with Cucumber Salad, Potato Wedges & Shawarma Sauce
  • “Pot Roast” Steak & Potato Soup with Carrot & Thyme
  • Soy-Glazed Pork Meatloaves with Broccoli & Garlic Mashed Potatoes
  • Creamy Turkey & Mushroom Soup with Pearl Couscous, Thyme & Scallions
  • Sweet Potato & Broccoli Donburi with Fried Egg, Scallion Rice & Sriracha Mayo
  • Saucy Chili Shrimp Noodles with Broccoli
  • Garlicky White Sauce Flatbreads with Tomato & Roasted Zucchini
  • Melty Mushroom & Onion Quesadillas with Savory Crema & Pico de Gallo
  • Sweet Potato Harvest Salad with Apple, Cranberries & Creamy Honey Dijon
  • Chicken & Bacon Harvest Salad with Sweet Potato & Lemon Fig Vinaigrette
  • Sweet Chili Beef Grain Bowls with Sesame-Cucumber Salad, Peanuts & Sriracha Mayo
  • Crispy Chicken with Honey Dijon Drizzle plus Hot Honey Carrots
  • Homestyle Pork Chops with Mashed Potatoes plus Roasted Green Beans & Pan Sauce
  • Melty Mozz & Mushroom Panini with Garlic Mayo & Potato Wedges
  • Pork Chili Loaded Sweet Potatoes with Pepper Jack & Southwest Crema
  • Old Bay Pork Sausage & ʼShroom Hash with Monterey Jack, Scallions & Sour Cream
  • Creamy Coconut Chicken Curry Bowls with Chicken Thighs, Lime Rice & Scallions
  • Family-Style Italian Meatball Subs with Buttery Herb Tortelloni & Garden Ranch Salad
  • Cheesy Chicken, Broccoli & Rice Casserole with Cheddar Panko Topping
  • Southwest Beef Flautas with Zesty Crema & Pico de Gallo
  • Pork Chops & Apricot Mustard Sauce with Roasted Carrots & Red Onion
  • Soy-Glazed Beef Meatloaves with Broccoli & Garlic Mashed Potatoes
  • Homestyle Pork Chops with Mashed Potatoes plus Roasted Green Beans & Pan Sauce
  • Beef Chili Loaded Sweet Potatoes with Pepper Jack & Southwest Crema

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!


That wraps up next week's menu offerings from the 8 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, deeply passionate about skincare and wellness. Through my Instagram platform, I candidly share my acne-healing journey, provide genuine brand reviews, and let you in on my vibrant life in the city. In the midst of running a creative marketing agency, I'm constantly experimenting with sunscreens and new healthy recipes, occasionally indulging in a hearty meal. When the screens go off, it's time for adventures with my trusty German Shepherd, Cora.


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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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