Approximately 16% of respondents in a 2024 survey said they follow a low- or no-carb diet like keto. Research shows the keto diet may help you quickly lose weight, lower your triglycerides (a type of fat in your blood), improve your blood sugar control (HbA1c), and lower your blood pressure in the short term. For some people, restricting carbs helps them have better control over their appetite, making it easier to stick to a reduced calorie diet necessary for weight loss.
However, counting net carbs and preparing a keto meal plan can be challenging, which is why many people can’t sustain the diet. Restrictive diets like keto require extra time for planning, shopping and meal prep, which can be hard to do on your own, says registered dietitian Megan Huff of Nutrition by Megan. “The support of a meal delivery service can help you stick to a keto diet, plus keto meal kits offer variety, so you won’t get bored of eating the same thing,” she adds. And you don’t have to look far to find a meal delivery service that can cater to a keto diet. Many of the most popular ones offer keto-friendly weekly delivery options for meal kits or fully prepared meals and groceries to simplify following the diet.
The meals are created (often by chefs and dietitians) with preportioned ingredients and easy-to-follow recipes or come ready-prepared, making sticking to a keto meal plan easier. Weekly meal deliveries also eliminate the need for grocery shopping and meal planning, offering a level of convenience particularly appealing to those who lead busy lives, which is most of us nowadays.
As a multicertified personal trainer and nutritionist, I have made it my life’s work to help people achieve a healthier, balanced and active lifestyle. To help you find the best keto meal delivery services to help you stick to your nutritional goals, our team researched and tested 15 keto meal kits and premade meals and rated each based on cost, variety of meals offered, freshness of ingredients, eco-friendly sourcing and packaging, and ease of use. Our goal is to provide you with accurate, up-to-date information that can assist you in your journey toward a healthier lifestyle.
Read on to explore the top-rated keto meal kits and their unique features and benefits. Remember, the best meal kit for you will depend on your individual needs and preferences. Always speak to your doctor first when making a drastic change to your normal diet plan, read reviews and consider your own dietary requirements before making a decision.
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Update, Jan. 17, 2025: We checked all product prices and availability. Our number one pick for the best keto meal delivery service remains unchanged.
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Factors to consider when choosing a keto meal delivery service
When choosing the best meal delivery kits, there are several key factors to consider. These include cost, ease of use, menu choice, taste and eco-friendly packaging.
Cost: The cost of meal delivery services can vary widely, depending on the number of meals per week, servings per meal and specific dietary preferences. Prices typically range from $6 to $13 per serving.
It’s important to consider your budget and compare the cost per serving across different services.
Ease of use: Meal delivery kits are designed to make your life easier, so you’ll want to consider ease of use. Think about the simplicity of the ordering process, the cooking instructions’ clarity and the convenience of the delivery schedule. Some services offer already prepared meals that only need to be heated, while others provide ingredients and recipes to cook the meal yourself.
Menu choice: The variety of recipes and the quality of ingredients are essential considerations. You’ll want a service offering a variety of recipes that fit your dietary needs, such as keto, gluten-free or plant-based options. The ingredients should be fresh and high-quality.
Taste: Above all, you want your meals to be delicious. How a meal tastes can be subjective, so it’s a good idea to read reviews or try a few different services to find one that suits your palate.
Eco-friendly packaging: Consider the packaging of the meal delivery service. Is there too much? Too little? Is it putting too much waste into the world? Many services try reducing their environmental impact by using recyclable or compostable packaging.
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How we tested
Every meal kit we reviewed has different strengths and weaknesses. Some are very easy, others offer more variety; some are great for families with picky eaters and special diets, and others are geared toward noncarnivores. We also tested some heat-and-eat premade meal options (remember when we used to call them TV dinners?) to throw into the mix as the easiest to make of the bunch.
To narrow down the list of the best meal delivery services, an in-house culinary expert, along with Yahoo testers and editors (including myself, a certified personal trainer and nutritionist), collectively tried 15 of the top delivery services with their families. We evaluated the services according to the number of weekly keto menu choices offered, the quality and freshness of the included ingredients, ease of cooking, cost, eco-friendly packaging and, most of all, taste.
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Other keto meal delivery services we’ve tested
To ensure we were thorough in our meal kit research, we researched and tested more than 15 meal delivery services that offered keto-friendly meals (or those that could be adjusted to a more keto-friendly diet). The meal kit services that advertised keto-friendly meals that did not make the cut for this list, in the majority of the cases, lacked enough variety each week to keep the meals fresh and exciting, such as Fresh N Lean. Services like Green Chef offer a huge variety of meals each week, including keto, but we did not see where these meals were clearly labeled keto and found you had to decipher which of the weekly meals were keto-friendly, which is not easy for those just starting the dietary plan.
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FAQs
Does the keto diet actually work?
The keto diet has been the subject of numerous studies, with research highlighting its potential health benefits. For instance, a research review published in BMC Medicine found that a keto diet can lead to weight loss, which improves heart health by lowering triglyceride levels. Another review in the British Journal of Nutrition reported better blood sugar control for people with type 2 diabetes following a keto diet. It’s important to note that many of these benefits can be obtained by following a balanced diet, and the keto diet is not a magic solution; it’s just one option for creating a calorie deficit that can help with short-term weight loss. As registered dietitian nutritionist Michael Hershey explains, “When calories are equated, a ketogenic diet is not superior for fat loss when compared to other styles of eating.” However, some people find keto helps with appetite control, which can play a role in weight loss success. There are potential downsides that you should discuss with your health care provider, such as headaches, fatigue, low exercise tolerance, nutritional deficiencies, low fiber intake, high saturated-fat intake and weight regain if you stop following the diet, according to Hershey.
How does keto work?
The keto diet drastically reduces the amount of carbs you eat, which can lead to a calorie deficit, causing weight loss. Also, instead of relying on carbohydrates for energy, a body in ketosis makes energy from the fat you eat and the fat stored in your body. When fat is metabolized instead of carbohydrates, ketone bodies, instead of glucose, are used for energy. Ketone bodies may help reduce appetite, though the exact reasons aren’t clear. Much of the initial weight loss from the keto diet comes from water loss, and in scientific studies, keto and other low-carb diets don’t seem to work better for losing weight than diets that also limit calories or other dietary approaches like low-fat vegetarian diets. Instead, keto is one option that may work well for some people. It’s worth noting that while the keto diet can help with short-term weight loss, it has risks, so replacing it with a more sustainable, balanced diet once weight loss is achieved is a good idea.
What are some good keto recipes?
Healthy keto meals and snacks typically include meat, fish, nonstarchy vegetables and healthy fats. If you’re not relying on a meal delivery service, simple recipes like a pepper, onion, cheese and spinach omelet, chicken Caesar salad, baked chicken breast with green beans and cauliflower rice, or turkey burgers wrapped in large romaine leaves can make following a keto diet delicious and easy.
What are meal delivery services?
Meal delivery services provide preportioned ingredients and recipes delivered to your door, enabling you to prepare fresh-cooked meals at home without the need to grocery shop or measure ingredients. Services that offer already prepared meals are even more convenient, often with a higher price point, but they save you time in the kitchen.
What can I expect from a meal delivery service?
With each delivery, you’ll receive preportioned ingredients and recipes that may feed two, four or more people. There are options to suit every dietary need and preference, and you can usually choose your delivery day. Prepackaged meals come already prepared and typically just require you to heat them up before enjoying them.
Do meal delivery kit services save you money?
Meal delivery services can save money by reducing food waste and eliminating the need for time-consuming grocery shopping trips. However, the cost-effectiveness will depend on your unique eating habits and lifestyle.
Can I cancel my meal delivery subscription at any time?
Most meal delivery services allow you to skip a week or cancel your subscription at any time, providing flexibility to adapt to your changing needs.
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Meet our experts
Michael Hershey MS, RDN, LD is a registered dietitian nutritionist and owner of Michael Hershey Nutrition, specializing in weight loss, diabetes, cholesterol, blood pressure and general nutrition
Megan Huff is a registered dietitian nutritionist and owner of Nutrition by Megan, specializing in managing and preventing chronic disease by taking a holistic nutrition and lifestyle approach
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