Looking for an excuse to use that kitchen of yours, but don’t know what to prepare? Are you dreading going to the grocery store, wasting your time chopping, or just feel tired of your usual fare? Why not skip all that stuff and have the food come to you?
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Trying to find a good meal shouldn’t be a struggle, but it can be for those who are gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan or have other dietary needs. We have totally been there, so we did a little research and found five meal-kit delivery services that offer vegetarian or vegan meal options, as well as dinners for anyone looking for a change of dietary pace.
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Hello Fresh is a well-known meal delivery service offering delicious meals anyone can prepare. Choose the perfect meal plan and delivery schedule, while landing on the perfect price, with options ranging from a mix of meat and veggies, to just plain vegan, as well as pescatarian meals, dinners for large families, or calorie-conscious plans for people who are trying to get and stay fit. Each box comes with recipe directions and nutritional info; pre-portioned, farm-to-table ingredients; and meal keeper kits that fit in the fridge.
Purple Carrot
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If you're looking for a delivery service that primarily offers plant-based meals, Purple Carrot has your needs in mind. Because everything they make is plant-based, you can be sure the variety and nutrient density is right on point. Choose between meal kits you can prepare in your kitchen, or pre-made meals that only require heating. Enjoy takeout-style noodles with snow peas and sesame ginger sauce; punjabi kahdi with spinach dumplings and mango chutney; crispy lemon chik'n with brown rice and gai lan; and more. Purple Carrot ships nationwide, and new customers get $20 off their first order.
Blue Apron
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If you've heard of any delivery services, Blue Apron might be the one. This company offers so many options, any dietary need is sure to be met with care and class. Choose meals to serve two or four people, whether you're looking for meat-free dishes, managing diabetes, need to stay gluten-free, or anything else. Some of the vegetarian-friendly options include garlic ricotta pizza with peppers and olives; malfada pasta and yellow tomato sauce with spinach, pepper and onion; or stir-fried tofu and vegetables with spicy sesame-peanut sauce.
Splendid Spoon
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Offering delicious smoothies, soups and grain bowls, noodle bowls, and light soups, Splendid Spoon has much to offer its vegetarian and vegan customers. Everything on the website is entirely planet-based, gluten-free and non-GMO, because it's built for those who want to make conscious food choices. Start your day with a coffee frape smoothie or carrot ginger chai smoothie; chow down during lunch on green tomatillo chili soup or an aloo gobi quinoa grain bowl; then round out your day with some vegan meatballs and marinara noodles or dan dan noodles with bok choy and tofu. Splendid Spoon even brings juice shots and other specialties right to your door.
Territory Foods
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Territory Foods keeps its eye on the prize: which means this company makes sure everyone with any dietary needs has something to choose from on the menu. From keto-friendly Mediterranean diets, to pre- and postpartum meals, Territory Foods has it all. Territory Foods includes the calories and macronutrients in each meal, so customers know exactly how much protein and carbs are in every dish. Vegetarians and vegans alike have delicious options to choose from, so check out the menu and see what's calling your name.
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