5 Meal Delivery Sites That Sell Curated Diet Programs

If you're about to start a new diet, you don't have to curate meals yourself. Some meal delivery brands offer boxes of pre-planned dishes that suit your dietary needs. The programs on this list claim to help you detox, lose weight, stay healthy while taking GLP-1 medication or adjust to your new vegetarian lifestyle.

For the record, this is NOT a paid promotion of these brands. I haven't tried any of these programs, so I can't confirm or deny the scientific claims. Additionally, the fees, programs and menu items are subject to change. Check the websites for up-to-date information.

Splendid Spoon

The Splendid 5-Day Detox includes soups, rice, chowder and oat bowls, plus smoothies and superfood shots for an extra nutrient boost. According to the website, this plan may improve digestion, boost your energy levels, reduce inflammation and give you clearer, brighter skin. No cooking required--you can heat up these items in a few minutes or enjoy them straight out of the fridge.

Cost: $299

Includes: 17 meals, 8 smoothies, 5 superfood shots

Pros: Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian

Cons: No desserts, mostly soup for breakfast

Purple Carrot

The Jumpstart Program features four days of plant-based meals, allowing you to try the vegetarian lifestyle before you fully commit. Getting all the nutrients you need can be tricky, so Purple Carrot's in-house dietitians selected these meals to provide a balanced diet. Each breakfast, lunch and dinner comes pre-cooked and ready to eat.

Cost: $130

Includes: 4 days of breakfasts, lunches and dinners

Pros: Nutritious, vegan-friendly, good variety

Cons: No drinks, snacks or desserts, light breakfast portions

FireRoad

Performance Bundles may help you achieve your health and fitness goals. Each box comes with a curated selection of FireRoad dishes that may include meals, smoothies, energy bites and snacks. Currently, FireRoad offers the following programs:

• GLP-1 Edge: 4 days of meals that you can eat while taking GLP-1 medication.
• Lean Pack: 5 days of meals that may help you lose weight.
• FireRoad X Pack: 10 protein-packed items that are suitable for keto diets.
• JumpStart: 15 plant-based items that help you transition to a vegan lifestyle.

If you're still hungry, you can order more items individually from the FireRoad website. They also sell protein powder, meal bars and meal replacements.

Cost: Starts at $157.84

Includes: 10+ meals that target a specific goal

Pros: 100% plant-based, snacks and desserts included, lots of variety

Cons: No meat dishes, some plans use smoothies as meal replacements

Sakara

Level II: Detox features a curated box of soups, salads, tonics and light breakfasts that aim to improve digestion, reduce bloating, enhance your sleep quality and help your organs work effectively. Sakara's dishes focus on plants, nuts and seeds that nourish your body without additives.

Periodically, Sakara offers temporary programs with limited menus, so keep checking back if Level II: Detox doesn't excite you.

Cost: $465

Includes: 5 days of meals, drinks and supplements, 1 gua sha, 1 insulated cooler bag, 1 digital guide and checklist

Pros: No meat, dairy, soy, refined sugars or processed foods

Cons: Small breakfast portions, meals might not be filling

Methodology

Transformation Tribe comes with four or eight weeks' worth of lunches, dinners and snacks, plus breakfast on some days. You'll also get access to eight weeks of digital coaching that may help you eat healthier and lose weight. If you don't need the food, you can choose a coaching-only program for a fraction of the price.

Cost: Starts at $1,818

Includes: 4 or 8 weeks of meals and snacks, daily text affirmations, weekly audio lessons, educational emails, 1 workbook

Pros: Digital coaching, meat and vegan options, nutritious meals

Cons: High price tag, limited breakfast options

Have you tried any of these plans? What did you think? Let me know in the comments.