HelloFresh Calorie Smart
Meal kit with pre-portioned ingredients for healthy recipes
HelloFresh's Calorie Smart line offers meal kits under 650 calories with pre-measured ingredients. You still cook, but the prep work is minimized.
The Experience
Recipes take 25-40 minutes. Instructions are clear with photos. Ingredients are fresh and pre-portioned. You learn to cook while eating healthy.
Calorie Accuracy
We verified calorie counts on several meals - they were within 10% of stated values. Portions are reasonable but some may find them small.
Flexibility
Easy to skip weeks, change meals, or pause. Customer service is responsive. Occasional ingredient substitutions can be annoying.
Pros
- Learn to cook healthy meals|Portions are pre-measured|Flexible subscription|Clear recipe instructions|Good variety
Cons
- Still requires 30+ min cooking|Generates packaging waste|Portions can feel small|Occasional missing ingredients
Our Recommendation
Best for people who want to develop cooking skills while eating healthy. If you hate cooking, choose Factor or similar prepared meals instead.
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