13 of the Best Healthy Meal Delivery Services of 2023

A quick look at the best healthy meal delivery services

• Best organic meal delivery service: Daily Harvest | Skip to review
• Best plant-based meal delivery service: Sprinly | Skip to review
• Best plant-based meal kits: Purple Carrot | Skip to review
• Best overall meal kits: Martha Stewart & Marley Spoon | Skip to review
• Best fully prepared meals: Snap Kitchen, The Good Kitchen, and Territory Foods | Skip to reviews
• Best for athletes: Trifecta | Skip to review
• Best gluten-free: Epicured | Skip to review
• Best keto: Factor | Skip to review
• Best variety: Sunbasket | Skip to review
• Best for families: Green Chef | Skip to review
• Best for kids: Yumble | Skip to review

Meal delivery services are a great way to save time on meal prep and enjoy fast, delicious dishes at home.

Keep reading for our picks of healthy meal delivery services that provide fresh, balanced, nutritious meals made with high quality ingredients.

What makes a meal delivery service healthy?

Whether you’re trying to improve your overall diet or reach a specific health goal, having meal kits or prepared meals delivered can be a convenient option.

To find a healthy meal delivery service, it’s important to look for menus that provide nutritionally balanced dishes made using fresh, high quality ingredients.

In particular, meals should feature a variety of minimally processed, nutrient-dense foods whenever possible, such as:

• fruits
• vegetables
• whole grains
• legumes

For a meal to be balanced and meet your nutritional needs, it should also contain a good mix of:

• proteins
• complex carbohydrates
• heart-healthy fats

Additionally, you may want to check the ingredient list and nutritional information for:

• additives
• fillers
• preservatives
• high amounts of sodium
• added sugar

These ingredients may be linked to adverse effects on health (1, 2, 3).

Finally, some people may also prefer to opt for services that use organic ingredients to minimize their exposure to pesticide residues.

However, keep in mind that research generally suggests that organic foods do not provide a significant nutritional advantage over conventional foods. More research is needed on the long-term effects on health (4, 5).

How we chose

These services were selected based on the following criteria:

• Nutritional value: Our picks are low in added sugar and sodium, comprise multiple food groups, and are rich in nutrients your body needs, like protein, complex carbs, and heart-healthy fats.
• Ingredient quality: These companies prioritize fresh, unprocessed ingredients and sometimes source from organic farms. Most meals are also free of additives and preservatives.
• Meal selection: You can choose from several meal options, as well as a wide variety of foods.
• Taste and ease of preparation: We tried many of these services to find out whether they offered a good variety of flavors and textures. Plus, we considered how long it took to prepare the meals.
• Availability: Services are available throughout much or all of the United States.
• Price: We considered the quality versus the cost of these services.
• Vetting: The services on our list have been vetted to ensure that they align with Healthline’s brand integrity standards and approach to well-being. You can read more about our vetting process.

Our picks for the best healthy meal delivery services

Best organic meal delivery service

Daily Harvest

• Price per serving: $6–$12
• Meals per week: 9, 14, or 24
• Shipping: free
• Availability: 95% of continental United States
• Menus: all items vegan and gluten-free

Daily Harvest is a great option for those who prefer organic food or are looking to add more fruits and vegetables to their diet. More than 90% of the ingredients Daily Harvest uses are certified organic.

The company also buys 6% of its ingredients from farms transitioning to 100% organic, meaning the ingredients are grown using organic practices but can’t currently be certified organic.

The company says it does this to help support farms through the transition process. (To qualify for organic certification, a farm must use only organic practices for at least 3 years.)

Daily Harvest offers a wide range of meals and snacks, including:

• smoothies
• harvest bowls
• flatbreads
• soups
• forager bowls
• lattes

Each item comes with a detailed ingredient list, and all organic ingredients are labeled accordingly.

All foods are plant-based and dairy-free, and you get to choose every item that goes in your box. Meals can be enjoyed in minutes, with most requiring little to no preparation.

Daily Harvest also uses mostly recyclable packaging and partners with nonprofit organizations to increase organic, regenerative farming and support sustainability efforts.

What our tester says

“Daily Harvest provides a wide selection of flavorful items to choose from and offers enough variety that it doesn’t feel boring or repetitive over time.

“While I enjoyed most of the items that I tried, the Bites stood out as my favorite for a quick snack on the go. I also liked their plant-based ice cream and the many unique types of smoothies available.

“On the other hand, though many of the entrees were tasty, I felt they weren’t quite filling enough for a full meal, and some became a bit mushy after reheating.

“Find out more about the pros and cons of Daily Harvest in our full review.”

— Healthline writer Rachael Link, MS, RD

Best plant-based meal delivery service

Sprinly

• Price per serving: $16–$18
• Meals per week: 6, 12, 18
• Shipping: varies based on location
• Availability: United States
• Menus: all items vegan and gluten-free

Featuring a diverse menu of organic, plant-based meals, Sprinly has become a fast favorite among health-conscious consumers.

Recipes contain organic ingredients and are:

• gluten-free
• vegan
• made without any refined sugars or sweeteners

Some meals may contain conventional ingredients if organic varieties aren’t available.

Meals are delivered fresh and fully prepared in a microwave-safe container for quick and easy heating.

Each week, you can order 6, 12, or 18 meals from the rotating menu. Most packaging is reusable, recycled, or compostable. Detailed instructions can be found online.

Read more about Sprinly in our full review.

Best plant-based meal kits

Purple Carrot

• Price per serving: $4–$13 for meal kits, $13 for prepared meals
• Meals per week: 2–4 meal kits, 6–10 prepared meals
• Shipping: $8 (free for orders over $85 and after you’ve ordered 20 boxes)
• Availability: contiguous United States
• Menus: Gluten-Free, High Protein, <600 Calories, Nut-Free, Soy-Free, Quick and Easy

Purple Carrot offers a selection of meal kits, prepared meals, and snacks that are nutritious, plant-based, and easy to prepare.

You can mix and match your favorite recipes to build a custom menu each week with options that are:

• gluten-free
• high protein
• nut-free
• soy-free
• ready in 20 minutes or less

Though Purple Carrot generally includes conventional fruits and vegetables in meal kits, the service uses mostly organic non-produce items, such as beans, nut milk, and tofu.

Your weekly price depends on your selections. Breakfast costs around $4 per serving while lunch and dinner start at $9 and $11 per serving, respectively.

Shipping costs $8 and orders are delivered in mostly recyclable packaging.

What our tester says

“I enjoyed the taste of all the Purple Carrot meals I tried, and their unique ingredient combinations stood out from other meal delivery kits.

“Plus, I enjoyed experimenting with ingredients and flavor profiles that I hadn’t come across before. For example, the New England Lobster Rolls used heart of palm in place of lobster.

“Purple Carrot is a great option for people who follow a plant-based diet and those looking for a variety of creative, flavorful recipes to try. You can read more about Purple Carrot in our in-depth review.”

— Healthline Nutrition and Fitness Market Editor Kelli McGrane, MS, RD

Best overall meal kits

Martha Stewart & Marley Spoon

• Price per serving: $9–$13
• Meals per week: 2–6
• Shipping: $10
• Availability: most of the contiguous United States
• Menus: Health & Diet, Vegetarian & Vegan, Meat & Fish, Under 30 Minutes, Family-Friendly

Martha Stewart & Marley Spoon is a good choice for those looking to brush up on their cooking skills while enjoying a variety of fresh and healthy seasonal dishes.

This meal kit service features a rotating menu with 45 new recipes each week and provides options for low carb, vegan, dairy-free, and family-friendly meals.

The service uses some organic ingredients and antibiotic-free poultry. Ingredients are premeasured, and recipes require six steps or fewer to help streamline meal prep.

You can pick 2–6 meals per week, each of which includes either 2 or 4 portions, making it a great option for couples and small families.

In addition to using mostly recyclable packaging, Martha Stewart & Marley Spoon also offsets carbon emissions to support sustainability.

Best fully prepared meals

Snap Kitchen

• Price per serving: $11 for the 6-meal plan, $14 for the 12-meal plan
• Meals per week: 6 or 12
• Shipping: free
• Availability: most of the continental United States
• Menus: High Protein, Low Carb, Keto, Paleo, Whole30

Snap Kitchen provides fully prepared meals suitable for diets such as:

• low carb
• high protein
• keto-friendly

Alternatively, you can pick meals from its extensive menu to create a custom weekly plan.

Snap Kitchen uses high quality, sustainably sourced ingredients, including:

• some organic produce
• antibiotic-free meat and poultry
• cage-free and certified humane eggs
• wild-caught shrimp and cod
• open-ocean farm-raised salmon

Snap Kitchen also uses fully recyclable packaging.

What our tester says

“While I found some items to be a bit spicy and thought the portions could’ve been a little bigger, I appreciated the convenience of Snap Kitchen’s meals. They were easy to enjoy, and overall the meals could be a good fit for people who don’t have much time to spend in the kitchen.

“Snap Kitchen doesn’t offer a lot of plant-based options, but it has a variety of choices for those who follow low carb or paleo diets.

“To learn more about Snap Kitchen, check out our review.”

— Healthline writer Lauren Manaker, MS, RDN, LDN, CLEC

The Good Kitchen

• Price per serving: $12–$15
• Meals per week: 6–12
• Shipping: $10 (for states east of the Mississippi River, excluding Florida and Mississippi) or based on location
• Availability: United States
• Menus: Whole30-Approved, Vegetarian, Primal, Paleo, Low Fat, Keto

The Good Kitchen delivers fully prepared meals that are nutritious and high in protein, with options available for various diets, including:

• keto
• paleo
• gluten-free
• Whole30

It also takes into account any food allergies and preferences to build custom weekly menus.

The Good Kitchen uses high quality, sustainably sourced proteins such as:

• grass-fed beef
• pasture-raised pork
• antibiotic- and hormone-free poultry and eggs

What’s more, it uses organically grown produce for items listed on the Environmental Working Group’s Dirty Dozen list. All produce is locally sourced and free of GMOs.

You can select 6–12 meals for one-time delivery or opt for a recurring subscription every 1, 2, or 4 weeks, which includes a discount.

The Good Kitchen also uses recyclable packaging and allows customers to offset the carbon emissions of their order for an additional fee.

What our tester says

“The meals I tried from The Good Kitchen were convenient and easy to reheat for a quick lunch or dinner, and the high quality of ingredients like the pork loin and beef was noticeable. That said, some of the vegetables were a little mushy after reheating.

“It’s worth noting that The Good Kitchen mostly provides options for meat-heavy, low carb diets, so it’s not the best option for people who follow a plant-based diet.

“You can read learn more about The Good Kitchen in this comprehensive review.”

— Healthline Nutrition and Fitness Market Editor Kelli McGrane, MS, RD

Territory Foods

• Price per serving: $11–$14 (prices may vary depending on specific meals)
• Meals per week: 4–24
• Shipping: $8–$9 per delivery ($10–$16 for national shipping)
• Availability: most of the contiguous United States
• Menus: Paleo, Keto-Friendly, Mixitarian, Plant-Based, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Low Fat, Low Carb, Mediterranean Diet, Pre- & Postpartum

With a rotating weekly menu of over 35 meals to choose from each week — all of which are prepared by chefs in your area — Territory Foods is a good option for those interested in adding more diversity to their diet.

Territory allows you to filter the menu to find options for various diets, including:

• Whole30
• low carb
• paleo
• Mediterranean
• plant-based
• keto

All dishes are free of:

• gluten
• dairy
• refined sugar

The company uses responsibly sourced, local ingredients, including proteins that are naturally raised, without hormones or antibiotics.

Territory provides detailed information on the nutritional value of each dish, along with the ingredients and potential allergens in every meal.

For customers in areas near a Territory Foods kitchen, meals are delivered twice per week to ensure freshness, and customers can order 4–12 meals per delivery. For national orders, meals are delivered once a week.

All orders are shipped using recyclable packaging materials, including compostable meal containers.

Read more about Territory Foods in our full review.

Best for athletes

Trifecta

• Price per serving: $11–$16 per serving
• Meals per week: 7–28
• Shipping: $10 for contiguous United States; $50 for Alaska and Hawaii
• Availability: United States
• Menus: Clean, Keto, Paleo, Whole30-Approved, Vegan, Vegetarian

With its extensive menu of frozen, fully prepared meals, Trifecta Nutrition provides nutritionally balanced meals that can help support your training and fitness goals.

Trifecta offers several plans, and all meals are organic and prepared in a gluten-free kitchen.

Dietary options include:

• vegetarian
• vegan
• keto
• paleo

Additionally, many meals feature sustainably sourced seafood or grass-fed meats.

Trifecta provides a rotating menu with a variety of breakfast, lunch, and dinner entrees. You can also order protein, veggies, and carbs a la carte to help simplify meal prep.

Meals are individually portioned and can be reheated on the stovetop or microwave.

Trifecta uses eco-friendly packaging materials, which are 100% recyclable or biodegradable.

What our tester says

“For the most part, the meals that I tried from Trifecta were nutritionally balanced, filling, and delicious. They were also well-packaged, high quality, and fully frozen upon delivery.

“I found that reheating the meals on the stovetop helped them maintain their texture better than in the microwave. However, this can also be fairly time-consuming and may be an important consideration if you’re short on time.

“Additionally, the service doesn’t allow you to select specific meals or exclude more than two ingredients from your menu, so it might not be great for picky eaters.

“To learn more about Trifecta Nutrition, check out our in-depth review.”

— Healthline writer Rachael Link, MS, RD

Best gluten-free

Epicured

• Price per serving: $11–$25 per serving
• Meals per week: items ordered a la carte, auto-recurring weekly order
• Shipping: varies by location, free for orders over $125
• Availability: contiguous United States
• Menus: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low Acid/GERD-Friendly, Extra Sensitive for IBD and IBS Symptoms

Epicured offers a wide range of nutritious, ready-made entrees, salads, soups, side dishes, and snacks.

All items are gluten-free and low in FODMAPs, which are carbohydrates that can cause digestive issues for some people (6).

The service also offers meals for other dietary restrictions, including:

• vegan
• vegetarian
• pescatarian
• low acid/GERD-friendly
• extra sensitive for IBD and IBS symptoms

Additionally, you can filter the menu to find items that are:

• free of specific allergens
• high in protein
• low in calories, fat, added sugar, carbs, or sodium

Epicured uses high quality ingredients, including hormone- and antibiotic-free meat and poultry, cage-free eggs, and some organic produce.

You can order items individually from the full menu based on your needs. The service also offers a variety of bundles, which include a preselected assortment of meals and snacks at a discounted rate.

Epicured automatically regenerates your previous order each week. However, you can easily skip a delivery, make changes to your order, or cancel your subscription online as needed.

When placing your order, you can choose a delivery time slot based on your schedule. Shipping costs vary by location and the number of items in your order. Epicured waives the shipping fee on orders over $125.

All items are delivered in insulated packaging to help keep food cold in transit. Most packaging materials are reusable or recyclable, and detailed information on how to dispose of each item can be found on the company’s website.

Best keto

Factor

• Price per serving: $11–$15
• Meals per week: 4–18
• Shipping: $10
• Availability: continental United States
• Menus: Chef’s Choice, Keto, Calorie Smart, Vegan & Veggie, Protein Plus

Factor — formerly Factor 75 — is popular for its delicious menu of dietitian-designed meals, including its assortment of keto options.

Low carb, low calorie, and plant-based meals are also available, and all recipes are free of gluten, refined sugars, hormones, antibiotics, and GMOs.

What’s more, all subscriptions include a free 20-minute consultation with a registered dietitian. Monthly coaching packages are available for an additional fee.

Orders are shipped using environmentally friendly packaging materials and information on how to recycle each component is available online.

What our tester says

“Factor’s menu includes a wide range of protein types and vegetables, although I wish it featured a larger variety of cuisines. The meals were mostly nutritionally balanced, and they still had great flavors and textures after reheating.

“For example, the salmon in the Pesto Salmon with Creamed Spinach & Tomato Butter Haricot Verts wasn’t “fishy” at all, and the pesto added a nice zing to the dish without being overpowering.

“To learn more about Factor and the different meals I tried, check out our in-depth review.”

— Healthline Nutrition and Fitness Market Editor Kelli McGrane, MS, RD

Best variety

Sunbasket

• Price per serving: starts at $10 per serving for prepared meals and $11 per serving for meal kits
• Meals per week: 2–5 meal kits, 4–10 prepared meals
• Shipping: $10
• Availability: most areas within contiguous United States, excluding Montana, North Dakota, and parts of New Mexico
• Menus: Paleo, Carb-Conscious, Lean & Clean, Mediterranean, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Gluten-Free, Diabetes-Friendly, Keto-Friendly

Sunbasket is an organic meal delivery service that specializes in chef-designed, dietitian-approved meal kits and prepared meals.

It provides options for nearly any eating pattern, making it one of the most diverse options available.

Sunbasket offers choices for the following diets:

• vegetarian
• paleo
• gluten-free
• pescatarian
• Mediterranean
• diabetes-friendly

The company also offers meal kits and fully prepared meals that can be reheated and enjoyed in 6 minutes or less. You can customize your plan and order from a selection of:

• breakfasts
• lunches
• dinners
• healthy snacks

Meals feature organic produce, eggs, and dairy products and responsibly sourced meats and seafood. Pastured-raised and grass-fed proteins are also available.

Boxes vary in price depending on the number of dishes you choose. Shipping costs $10 per box after your first order, and detailed instructions on recycling packaging materials can be found on the company’s website.

What our tester says

“Each of Sunbasket’s meals included high quality, fresh ingredients, and it was easy for me to find options that suit my preferences thanks to the diverse menu. While I prefer the taste of the meal kits, the prepared meals also had great flavors and textures, especially the White Chicken Chili.

“Compared to other meal kits I’ve tried, Sunbasket’s recipes featured some of the most memorable ingredient combinations, and I appreciated that there’s a large variety of meals and dietary preferences to choose from.

“To learn more about my experience trying Sunbasket, check out this comprehensive review.”

— Healthline Nutrition and Fitness Market Editor Kelli McGrane, MS, RD

Best for families

Green Chef

• Price per serving: $12–$13 per serving
• Meals per week: 2–4
• Shipping: $10
• Availability: throughout most of continental United States
• Menus: Keto + Paleo, Vegetarian, Vegan, Mediterranean, Fast & Fit, Gluten-Free

Green Chef is a certified organic company that offers meal kits with up to six servings each, making it a good option for families and households of all sizes.

The service has several plans to choose from and provides an array of recipes suitable for the following diets:

• vegan
• vegetarian
• keto
• paleo
• gluten-free
• Mediterranean

Green Chef uses certified organic produce and eggs, as well as proteins raised with high animal welfare standards.

The company also uses eco-friendly packaging materials and offsets 100% of carbon emissions from operations.

What our tester says

“Green Chef’s meals were fast and easy to prepare thanks to the individually packaged and pre-chopped ingredients. I was able to do most of the cooking one-handed while holding my son.

“Plus, unlike some other meal kit delivery services, all of Green Chef’s recipes featured a generous serving of vegetables. The Bulgogi Noodle Bowls included broccoli, carrots, and roasted red peppers, and the flavors were spot-on.

“You can read more about Green Chef in our full review.”

— Healthline Nutrition and Fitness Market Editor Kelli McGrane, MS, RD

Best for kids

Yumble

• Price per serving: $7–$10 per serving
• Meals per week: 4–12
• Shipping: $6 for 4-meal pack, free for other plans
• Availability: most areas of contiguous United States
• Menus: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, No Milk, No Soy, No Sugar Added, No Egg

Designed to provide healthy, ready-made meals specifically for kids, Yumble is a great option for picky eaters and busy parents alike.

It offers dishes to suit various dietary restrictions, including items that are vegetarian or free of gluten, milk, eggs, soy, and added sugar.

Meals are fresh and feature sustainable, regionally sourced ingredients and fully recyclable packaging. The company also uses organic ingredients when possible, along with humanely raised meat free of antibiotics and hormones.

You can order larger portion sizes for select meals, which are recommended for children ages 8 and older.

What our tester says

“Yumble provides a variety of choices to suit picky eaters and different dietary needs, making it a convenient option for parents with limited time. A good range of breakfast, lunches, dinners, and snacks is available.

“All the meals were easy to prepare, and the main components of each dish were well-seasoned and kept their textures after reheating. However, the vegetables were soft and didn’t have much flavor, so my son didn’t like them as much as some of the other items.

“To learn more about the pros and cons of Yumble, check out our in-depth review.”

— Healthline Nutrition and Fitness Market Editor Kelli McGrane, MS, RD

A comparison of the best healthy meal delivery services

*More than 90% of the ingredients Daily Harvest uses are certified organic. The company also buys 6% of its ingredients from farms that are transitioning to 100% organic, meaning the ingredients are grown using organic practices but can’t currently be certified organic. (To qualify for organic certification, a farm must use only organic practices for at least 3 years.)

How to choose a healthy meal delivery service

With so many meal delivery services available, there are several factors to consider when determining which is best for you.

First, it’s important to find a meal plan that caters to your needs, especially if you’re following a particular diet. If you have any allergies or specific food preferences, consider a service that allows you to customize your weekly menu or make substitutions.

Some people may prefer to order from companies that use organic produce or eliminate ingredients like artificial sweeteners, food dyes, and preservatives.

Prep time is another key consideration. While some services provide fully prepared meals, others offer kits that you cook yourself.

Finally, be sure to pick a program that’s within your budget. Remember to consider costs like delivery fees and optional add-ons.

Frequently asked questions about meal delivery services

Which meal delivery kit is the healthiest?

There are many healthy meal delivery services available, each of which varies in terms of price, meal selection, and availability. Be sure to consider your needs and preferences and use the list of healthy options above as a starting point to determine which is best for you.

What is the cheapest healthy meal delivery service?

Of the meal delivery services included in this article, Daily Harvest and Yumble are two of the most affordable, plus they offer free shipping. Meals from Martha & Marley Spoon also have a lower price per serving, but that doesn’t include the additional shipping fees.

When looking for a budget-friendly meal delivery service, be sure to consider whether there are any additional costs besides the price for each meal, such as:

• snacks
• add-ons
• extra charges for premium ingredients
• shipping fees

Are meal delivery kits healthy?

Meal delivery kits can be a great way to add more fruits and vegetables to your diet and enjoy more fresh, nutritionally balanced meals.

However, not all meal delivery kits are created equal, so be sure to consider the quality of ingredients and the type of dishes that they offer.

What is the best healthy meal delivery service for weight loss?

Many meal delivery services listed above can be included in a healthy weight loss diet. Some services, including Factor and Sunbasket, allow you to filter their menu for lower calorie items while others list the nutritional value of meals so you can make selections to fit your needs.

The bottom line

If you’re looking for a healthy meal delivery service, choose a company that prizes ingredient quality, nutritional content, and meal variety. What’s more, consider factors like prep time and your dietary needs or food preferences.

Our comprehensive list above can help you find the service that’s right for you.