6 Best Organic Meal Delivery Services, Tested by Nutritionists

This traditional meal delivery kit prides itself on certified organic produce and eggs, as well as premium proteins raised with high animal welfare standards. When organic ingredients are not available, Green Chef use conventional ingredients of the highest standard.

How it works: Choose from 30 weekly recipes all made with organic ingredients. In your weekly box, you can mix and match meals from additional dietary preferences on top of organic: Keto, Gluten-Free, Fast & Fit, Mediterranean, Vegan, Vegetarian and Protein Packed. Ingredients come pre-measured and prepped.

Lab Lowdown: Our registered dietitians love that the service caters to organic foods while also accommodating different dietary preferences and lifestyles. Recipes were wholesome, inventive and flavorful, but some required lots of pots and pans to prepare and certain meals are high in sodium. Testers praised the quality, freshness of ingredients and unique flavor profiles. Popular meals included the Spicy Sesame Shrimp and the Grilled Cumin Pork Chops. “I can’t believe what I’ve been missing out on,” reported one tester. “These meals are restaurant quality!” The photo cards were also easy to follow along.

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Prepared meal delivery options can help you save even more time on a busy weeknight. This organic prepared meal delivery service requires little to no prep, with meals ready to eat in five to seven minutes in the oven or three minutes in the microwave. The brand harvests organic, non-GMO ingredients and free range, certified-human animal proteins for the foundation of their meals.

How it works: Choose from over 100 weekly menu items. Meal plans include Protein+, Keto, Paleo, Standard Vegan, Whole30 Approved, Low Carb Vegan, Mediterranean Diet and Bulk. If you pick a plan, you won't be able to select your meals but can specify three ingredients to exclude from your plan, as well as any allergies.

Lab Lowdown: Our testers gave this service high scores for the variety of menu options, portion sizes and satisfying meals. Judges found the meals to be well-balanced, hearty and fresh. They come vacuum sealed which isn't the most attractive, but come to life on the stovetop. Favorites included the Spicy Kung Pao Chicken Stir-Fry and the Mediterranean Salmon. Testers commented that “the meals were super easy to heat up, convenient and healthy.” Others exclaimed this service is “great for people with a busy schedule that want to eat healthy and fast meals.”

Sunbasket uses a minimum of 98% USDA-certified organic fresh produce and focuses on responsibly-sourced proteins. As a USDA-certified organic handler, the brand emphasizes this with their meals, but on the rare occasion that they have to substitute a non-organic item, they let you know.

How it works: Choose from weekly menus that meet a variety of dietary preferences including Paleo, Carb-Conscious, Gluten-Free, Diabetes-Friendly, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Mediterranean, Keto-Friendly, or Fresh & Ready. Meal kits can be prepared in 15 to 40 minutes, and a Fresh & Ready line of heat and eat meals are prepped in as little as four minutes.

Lab Lowdown: Testers loved the easy-to-follow recipes, variety and freshness of ingredients and overall quality. “Ingredients were fresh, recipes were creative and I tried things I normally wouldn’t have,” reported one tester. Favorite meals included the Chicken Chile Verde and the Black Angus Rib-Eye Steaks. Another standout to both testers and our experts were the sustainable packaging features, which are some of the best we have ever seen for a meal delivery service. But there are some limitations in terms of shipping area, so check to make sure they deliver to your location.

At first glance, Sakara Life might appear pricey, but you're paying for top-notch ingredients, creativity and delicious food. They are known for their 100% organic, ready-to-eat meals and functional snacks, and they also offer supplements such as probiotics, vitamins and detox waters.

How it works: Sakara Life offers a variety of plans with pre-set menus ranging in length from two days to 60 days. The service has five targeted nutrition programs, which include its signature nutrition program and its Sakara Systems which were created alongside a team of experts including doctors and dietitians. All meals are plant-based, gluten-free, dairy-free, non-GMO and contain no refined sugars.

Lab Lowdown: All meals are ready-to-eat with balanced portions and inventive ingredients. Even though the meals are plant-based, our testers and experts found them balanced and satisfying. Testers loved that the food was satisfying, fresh, delicious and beautifully presented. “I loved being introduced to new and interesting ingredients that I had never heard of,” exclaimed one tester.

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If you're serious about your nutrition goals, Trifecta may be a fit for you. This prepared subscription service sources organic ingredients as often as possible. The brand also utilizes humanely raised meats and sustainably caught seafood that is antibiotic-free. Everything is created with balanced macronutrients based on different dietary lifestyles.

How it works: Choose from over 25 chef-selected meals that rotate weekly. Meal plans including Keto, Paleo, Clean, Whole30 Approved, High Protein Vegan and High Protein Vegetarian. Each plan is created to support weight loss or muscle gain goals, and you can take a quiz to figure out which plan is best for your needs. Semi-prepared options are also available where the service cooks the food and then sends you the components to build the meals for yourself. Meals are minimally processed, lightly seasoned and portioned perfectly for one.

Lab lowdown: Our registered dietitians appreciate the emphasis on portion control, balanced macronutrients and convenience of the prepared meals. It's all the tools you will need for successful meal planning. Favorite meals included the Korean Beef Bulgogi and the Sausage and Egg Scramble with Sweet Potatoes. Testers enjoyed the meals, describing the portions as "on point" and "well balanced," though they weren't as flavorful as some more decadent services we tried. "The convenience is nice and the meals are healthy which is a hard combination to get," one said.

Founded by a brother-sister duo, Veestro is based on the philosophy “to make plant-based eating easy and delicious.” This service offers chef-crafted, fully prepared, 100% vegan meals made with high-quality ingredients and the brand uses organic ingredients when possible. Meals will arrive fresh but can be frozen to extend shelf life.

How it works: Choose the number of weekly meals you want and opt in for specific dietary preferences if needed. You'll be able to select anywhere from eight to 15 meals to be delivered in a single box, but if you'd like more you can place a second order. There are about 20 different meals to choose from each week. All meals are vegan and low-calorie options are available.

Lab Lowdown: Veestro's recent brand revamp offers some welcome upgrades, like fresh (not frozen) meals and a straightforward ordering system where you can customize all of your meals. Though expensive, testers loved the minimal prep time and well-seasoned large portions. The Baked Vegetable Ziti and the Teriyaki Tofu Bowl were favorites. “Each meal was flavorful, delicious and just the right portion,” reported one tester. Another tester said, “The meals looked fresh and colorful and tasted healthy.”