Often marketed as a healthy option, it is important to remember that not all meal kits are created equal!  

A study in 2019 by the Univerity of Sydney analysed a random selection of 12 different meals from a number of meal subscription services. The nutritional composition of each meal was obtained and the conclusion was made that meal kits were shown to be a good source of vegetables yet they may be too high in fat and salt and could do with more fibre. 

Meal kits are a good substitute for takeaway and convenience foods and even some home-cooked meals and often have health-promoting qualities. Keep in mind each provider offers recipes that are health conscious and also indulgent. There are a wide variety of recipes considering a number of different dietary requirements and each provider varies. Overall they provide a quick, easy and convenient solution to fuss-free healthy eating. 

Before committing to a meal kit, check the ingredient list and nutritional breakdown to ensure they meet your individual needs. Check out the below for Key factors and pro’s and con’s when comparing meal kit companies.

If you are interested in learning how to correctly identify individual ingredients in your meal kits, read our “How to read a food label in Australia” guide.