The Best Prepared Meal Delivery Services to Make Weeknight Dinners a Breeze

CookUnity's kitchen collective offers a diverse selection of chef-crafted meals, always delivered fresh. Thanks to the service's focus on quality and culinary execution, you're sure to receive quality meals that are ultra-tasty. The recipes also accommodate many specialty diets, including vegan, gluten-free, keto, and paleo.

• Coconut lime hanger steak
• Carnitas street tacos
• Butternut squash ravioli
• Chili roasted shrimp

For the budget-conscious consumer who wants a big nutrient bang for their buck, Daily Harvest is a great pick. The company's whole menu is plant-based and gluten-free, with prepared meal options including soups, smoothies, harvest bakes, bowls, and flatbreads. All items arrive frozen, so there's no worrying about wasted food, and by ordering more, you can take advantage of sizable volume discounts.

• Mint and cacao smoothie
• Mango papaya smoothie
• Hazelnut and chocolate bites
• Tomatillo and pepper flatbread
• Portobello and pesto flatbread
• Sweet potato and wild rice hash
• Brussels sprouts and tahini harvest bowl
• Spinach and shiitake grits
• Tomato and zucchini minestrone soup

Thanks to its focus on low-carb meals, Factor is also the best keto prepared meal delivery service. The weekly menu includes comfort foods, including Monterey spinach chicken with sun-dried tomato alfredo, and Latin-inspired dishes, such as vegetarian tamales with pickled jalapeño crema. Factor plans include four to 18 meals per week, and customers can get a free 20-minute consultation session with a registered dietitian. (By the way, there's an option to purchase more time.)

• Mango salsa salmon with coconut rice and black beans
• Creamy parmesan chicken with broccoli and tomatoes
• Vegetable ratatouille with mascarpone polenta
• Smoked tofu almond stir-fry with edamame succotash

ModifyHealth works with doctors and dietitians to curate weekly meal plans specifically for those with chronic health conditions, including celiac disease, IBS, and diabetes. You can choose from either a low-FODMAP or Mediterranean-style diet program, both of which allow you to select your own meals and come with dietitian support sessions. All meals are gluten-free and low in sodium, and they arrive fully prepared and ready to reheat in the microwave or oven.

• Greek chicken and rice
• Longevity stew with black-eyed peas and kale
• Shrimp chimichurri with black beans and rice
• Lemon thyme chicken with tahini cauliflower and za'atar quinoa
• Blackened salmon with quinoa, broccoli, and red bell pepper
• Roasted pistachio salmon with white beans and kale

Sakara's price point means it may not be your go-to for everyday dishes. But if you're in the mood to splurge on trend-forward organic meals, it's worth the investment. You'll get your fill of veggies with this plant-based program, which features dishes such as the Butterfly Bowl with "tie-dye" carrots, blue pea flower-infused rice, massaged lacinato kale, and elderberry dressing. The program lets you choose which meals you need — breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner — and how many days per week you want them delivered. It also includes a few complimentary extras, such as teas and supplements, with each delivery.

• Southwest Sunset soup, chipotle corn muffin
• High Vibe honeydew salad, mint chlorophyll quinoa, kombucha vinaigrette
• Moo shu veggie wraps with tamarind sauce
• Prosperity pad thai, kelp noodles, creamy sesame dressing

Mosaic Foods' veggie bowls, smoothies, and celebrity chef-designed meals feature a perfect combo of approachable ingredients with unique, gourmet preparations. The company sources ingredients from Hudson Valley farms, and while not every meal available is vegan, there are plenty of options to choose from if your diet is fully plant-based. All meals arrive frozen, which is great for extending shelf life.

• Spicy dan dan noodles
• Buffalo cauliflower pasta bake (family size)
• Mac and greens
• Pozole verde
• Veggie kebab platter
• Coconut chickpea curry

Magic Kitchen offers a variety of meal options, including breakfasts, soups, breads, sides, entrées, and desserts. Food for particular dietary needs (think: low-sodium, gluten-free, and diabetic- and dialysis-friendly) is easy to find with the help of convenient menu filters on the website. There are even senior-specific meals, balanced for specific nutrient requirements. Customers can order à la carte or purchase complete meals and opt for a one-time delivery or sign up for recurring shipments.

• Vegetable caponata with orzo and spinach
• Beef and broccoli over noodles and vegetable blend
• Balsamic glazed chicken with roasted potatoes and green beans
• Chili with beans with carrots and broccoli florets

Meals from the Good Kitchen are free of gluten, soy, and refined sugar and accommodate a variety of food allergies and intolerances, including dairy, eggs, shellfish, and tree nuts. You can order as few as six or as many as 12 meals from the wide menu. While you can't select a delivery date, you'll get shipment tracking updates to keep you informed of when your next meal will arrive.

• Beef shepherd's pie
• Bison and beef sloppy joe with potato leek gratin
• Chicken satay with cilantro rice and broccoli
• Chili lime chicken with fajita vegetables and cilantro cauliflower rice
• Miso glazed wild boar meatballs and hibachi zucchini
• Tomato, asparagus, and spinach frittata with Yukon potato hash