8 meal kits we love with dairy-free options

Finding delicious and convenient dairy-free meals can be a challenge, but meal kits and prepared meal delivery services are making it easier than ever. If you’re lactose intolerant, vegan, or avoiding dairy for any other reason, there are meal subscriptions that will help you plan for the week.

One of the perks to using a meal kit is that you won’t have to decide what to make after a long day or drive to the grocery store at the last minute. We can all use a little help when it comes to reducing how many decisions we make each day, which is where a meal subscription really shines.

We’ve rounded up meal services that provide a stress-free alternative to reading the ingredients on everything at the store so you can order meals that work with your dietary needs. You can have your dairy-free meals and enjoy them too!

1. Purple Carrot

Ideal for individuals avoiding dairy—especially when following a meat-free or vegan diet—Purple Carrot is a vegan meal delivery service that offers a variety of nutritionally balanced and easy-to-prepare meals for any time of day.

It can be difficult—not to mention time-consuming—to find vegan meals that also meet other dietary restrictions, whether it be high-protein or gluten-free; but Purple Carrot does the hard work to create meal kits and prepared meals that are yummy and align with all your needs.

Another perk is that the company encourages sustainability through eco-friendly packaging and responsibly sourced ingredients, and you can still shop from brands you recognize. Purple Carrot also offers prepared meals, snacks, and aptly named “Plantry” items that allow you to get grocery shopping and meal ordering done all on one site.

2. HelloFresh

Our pick for the best meal kit delivery service, HelloFresh provides flexible meal kit delivery with a variety of dairy-free options. While not exclusively dairy-free, the service allows customers to customize their meal plans to accommodate their dietary needs.

Every week, HelloFresh offers a rotating menu with clearly labeled recipes—keeping things, well, fresh—including dairy-free choices. With easy-to-follow instructions and pre-portioned ingredients, HelloFresh is a no-brainer for dairy-free folks.

3. Thistle

All of Thistle’s meals are fully dairy-free, plant-forward, and designed by nutritionists and chefs. You can mix and match meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and even include snacks or juices in your order. Though Thistle puts plants first, there are meals with meat included for those who prefer their protein that way.

There are new meals to select from each week, keeping your options fresh. Most importantly, thanks to dairy alternatives like coconut cream, nut cheeses, and dressings, you can eat dairy-free and still enjoy flavorful meals.

4. Green Chef

While other plans from Green Chef—like the gluten-free, quick and easy, and Mediterranean options—are not exclusively dairy-free, you can rely on ingredient lists and meal customization to accommodate your dairy-free diet. There are also vegan options on each weekly menu if you’d prefer to fully abstain from animal products.

The service emphasizes organic ingredients and sustainable practices, ensuring that each meal is both healthy and environmentally friendly. By the time your food gets to you, Green Chef’s easy-to-follow recipes and pre-portioned ingredients make preparing your dairy-free meals easy.

5. Hungryroot

Hungryroot offers personalized plans and deliveries with dairy-free options and focuses on healthy, plant-based eating. After taking an introductory quiz about your eating habits and preferences, Hungryroot suggests specific meals and provides a grocery list for easy ordering.

In addition to pre-planned meals, Hungryroot allows you to shop for groceries, snacks, pantry staples, and condiments—some of which can be hard to find dairy-free at your local grocer. With over 8,000 dairy-free recipes, it’s a convenient way to meal plan and restock your kitchen all at once while accommodating you or your family’s dietary restrictions.

6. Blue Apron

Blue Apron offers customizable meal plans including those with dairy-free options. The meal kit’s changing selection of delicious, affordable meals and variety of plans make it a top choice for a reliable and delicious dairy-free meal delivery service.

Menus are posted nearly a month in advance, and the Blue Apron website lists all ingredients for each menu, which makes planning accurately and ahead of time a breeze. It’s worth noting, however, that Blue Apron prepares food in facilities that also process dairy and nuts, so it may not be suitable for those with severe dairy allergies.

7. Daily Harvest

A typical Daily Harvest menu includes packed smoothies, bowls, flatbreads, and more. With an emphasis on convenient and fresh foods, Daily Harvest is a great option for anyone who is looking for high-quality meals. It’s also a great fit for those with allergies because all meals are dairy-free and gluten-free, meaning there’s a lesser risk of cross-contamination compared to other meal subscriptions.

The majority of Daily Harvest’s ingredients come from certified organic farms, and the company avoids “synthetic pesticides and fertilizers so they stay out of our soil, food, and water.” Customers can buy items individually or in bulk for discounts, and some grocery stores even carry Daily Harvest items if you need them in a pinch.

8. Factor

Factor’s meals are incredibly convenient since they’re delivered fresh, only requiring a quick reheat. Thanks to these pre-cooked and protein-packed meals, Factor is perfect for people on-the-go. The meal subscription’s rotating menu provides multiple dairy-free choices, which gives you some leeway in planning your meals each week. No one wants a subscription that gets boring!

Factor’s meals are also free from hormones, antibiotics, refined sugars, and GMOs, and many are gluten-free. Factor also provides nutrition coaching through its website if you’re looking for additional support with meal planning, weight loss, or adapting to a new diet.