I’m a Dietitian Who’s Tried Nearly Every Meal Delivery Service – These Are the Ones I Would Recommend if You’re on a GLP-1

Not only is CookUnity a regular favorite among testers for its fresh, prepared meals that heat up in minutes, but the service also warrants a place on our list for its GLP-1-specific menu. With a chef-first approach, CookUnity has hundreds of dishes to choose from across its various menus, which are easily searchable, so you can find what you need without much effort. The GLP-1 menu features meals that are high in protein and prioritize fiber and healthy fats to promote sustained energy while remaining easy to digest. The menu is additionally filterable by protein type, intolerances or ingredients you’d like to avoid, and even sodium levels.

You can choose from four to 16 meals per week with the flexibility of as few or as many of those as you like coming from the GLP-1 menu, making it easy to accommodate other eaters. Health and wellness writer Mary Sauer tried CookUnity for us and said, “I like the idea of different chefs preparing the meals, and the meals look 'different' in that they have a wide variety of flavors and ingredients. I like that. I also like the convenience of it.” She added that her family members really liked several of the meals as well, and thinks CookUnity could come in handy on busy days.

“CookUnity is one of the most balanced and best-tasting options I have tried,” Zimmermann said. “Their meals are high in protein, with many offering at least 25 grams per meal and roughly 500 calories. The ingredients are fresh, and meals take about 10 to 15 minutes to heat. By removing the need for meal planning, grocery shopping, and food preparation, these meals lower a major barrier to eating consistently.”

Factor’s GLP-1 Balance plan is described as “protein-forward, calorie-friendly meals,” which may be helpful for GLP-1 users who are trying to ensure they’re getting enough nutrients. Factor keeps things super simple for its customers with fully prepared, never-frozen meals that reheat in the microwave and offer really tasty, filling meals you don’t have to think about beyond choosing from a menu. Purchase as few as six or as many as 18 meals per week to feed yourself or your whole household, and you’ll always have the full menu to choose from. As described by dietitian Kristy Del Coro, MS, RDN, LDN, when she tested the service, Factor’s meals are “very protein forward but have a good mix of different types of vegetables and flavors.” While we caution that some meals may not be appropriate for GLP-1 users due to higher fat content, which isn’t ideal for managing GI side effects, this option is worth considering for anyone seeking meal support.

Type 2 Diabetes management is one of many reasons someone can be put on a GLP-1, but that doesn’t mean that following a diabetes friendly diet can go completely out the window. Sunbasket is our favorite for a meal kit that crafts diabetes-friendly meals, not just for its nutritional values but also for its flavors, diversity of ingredients, and global recipes, and the variety of meal kits, prepared foods, and grocery items available through the service. I’ve tried the service myself on multiple occasions, including for Everyday Health during our meal delivery testing, and I’m consistently impressed with the quality of ingredients, dynamic meal options, and the nutrition criteria for their diet options, specifically the diabetes friendly meals. This includes a focus on protein, fiber, healthy fats, and keeping sodium in check while prioritizing healthy fats — all of which are compatible with GLP-1 use as well. 

“I've tried dozens of meal delivery services, and Sunbasket is by far my favorite,” Byrne said. “As a dietitian, I love that the menus include such a wide variety of foods and that the meals are always balanced. As a former chef, I'm impressed with how creative the recipes are while also still being manageable for an average home cook.”

While vegan and vegetarian diets might make it a bit more challenging to meet protein targets when smaller portions are needed, one desirable option to combat this are the protein-rich, quick-fix options from Daily Harvest. While the service has pared down its offerings to a simple selection of smoothies and oat bowls, there is an abundant assortment of options with added protein, and the fiber and nutrients are a very helpful bonus. The service uses vegan pea protein to boost the protein content of its signature smoothies and oat bowls, ensuring this essential nutrient is in ample supply. The GLP-1 Support box is a great starting point to fill your freezer with ready-to-blend protein smoothies, and you can always add some protein oat bowls to your order as well. Dietitian and health writer Caitlin Beale, MS, RDN, tried the service and was impressed with the ingredients and overall found “its focus on whole foods and convenience makes it an excellent option for busy folks.”

Known for its organic ingredients, Green Chef goes beyond its ingredient focus to build a meal delivery service that’s got a lot to offer GLP-1 users looking to serve up healthy meals. Weekly menus are built around dietary considerations, including vegan and vegetarian options, high-protein, calorie-smart, and even a Mediterranean-style approach. Meals generally lean on whole grains, lean proteins, heart-healthy fats, and, of course, a fun sauce here and there. 

I tried the service myself and found the portions generous, the recipes easy to follow, and the food tasty and filled with produce. While not every meal will deliver the exact nutrients of a GLP-1 diet, the overall emphasis on protein and fiber is well-suited to serving as a foundation for using this meal kit. Meal kits come ready to be cooked rather than ready to be eaten, though, so be sure you’re game to roll up your sleeves and get in the kitchen for these meals from Green Chef. 

Feeding yourself and your household doesn’t have to mean settling for boring or super simple meals, and Marley Spoon makes exciting meals feel accessible, even if you need to eat for a GLP-1 diet protocol. For starters, the service offers both cook-it-yourself meal kits and ready-to-eat meals under its “Balance” line. Without a GLP-1 specific menu, you’ll like have to do a deeper dive on the nutrition of individual meals, but with menu filters for cook time, protein type, cuisine, allergens, and dietary preferences, you’ll have an easy time narrowing it down to your needs. Choose from meal kits like Berbere-Spiced Chicken Thighs & Tahini Sauce with Butternut Squash and Farro or a Citrus Kale Salad with Poached Salmon, and prioritize your protein while you keep enticing meals on the table.

Lindsay Modglin, a former nurse and current health writer, tested the kit, and she said, “I was honestly shocked at the number of meal options on the weekly menu. It was almost overwhelming but exciting because there were so many different dishes (my kids are picky eaters). I also like that each meal is labeled with tags like low-calorie, kid-friendly, etc.” We think any meal service that can have you feeling excited about getting dinner ready is a winner, and Marley Spoon definitely accomplishes that.

Hungryroot’s meal delivery approach is designed for speed and convenience, ideal for GLP-1 users who don’t want to fully outsource cooking but need meals ready quickly. With a combination of better-for-you groceries and meal kits that utilize them, most Hungryroot meals come together in under 20 minutes. Groceries include some of your favorite store brands of snacks, grain products, and dairy, as well as some Hungryroot-brand items that emphasize healthified versions of kitchen classics, like the chickpea cookie dough or cashew-based Parmesan sauce, prepared proteins, and even ready-to-eat meals. Price points vary based on what you’re purchasing, and this service uses a unique credits system for ordering, which can take some getting used to, but enables you to get a bit of everything you want, and you’re not tied to groceries or kits.

Meals are quick, easy, and flavorful, and, according to our tester, dietitian, and health writer Ashley Brafman, MPH, RD, they offer a wide variety of cuisines and ingredients, as well as “an option to sort recipes by those that were in season.” This is just one of dozens of search filters you can use to sort through Hungryroot’s literal thousands of meal options, and Hungryroot can be dialed up to feed as many as four or down to individual servings for certain prepared meals, so it may suit smaller households.