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Editor’s note:I think we can all agree that eating healthy is not just a trend. So many of us aspire toward this. But in reality, it’s easier said than done. I’ll be the first to say it, cooking healthy meals that taste good can be daunting.
My Expectations
With my crazy-busy schedule, I usually write off cooking well-planned, nutritious meals. Instead, I’d go for Chinese take-out and quick meals like frozen vegan burritos. I don’t have to tell you how that went. Let’s just say my body’s ready for something real, delicious, and good for me.
I took to the internet to see what my options were and up popped rave reviews for Thistle – a plant-based meal delivery service that promises healthy, chef- and nutritionist-designed meals delivered right to your door.
To be honest, I expected a service like this to be beyond my budget. And I worried they’d mess up my delivery like other meal kits I’d had in the past. However, after reading a few more reviews about the awesome value and how fantastic Thistle’s meals actually taste, I was convinced.
That night I checked out their menu and was super impressed with everything I saw – especially the Moroccan Salad.
My Reality
I knew I had to change my diet and Thistlelooked so much better than the plant-based meal kits I’d tried before. Plus, Thistle offers a weekly, rotating menu of seasonally-inspired meals that I was excited to incorporate into my diet. With a flexible schedule and an easy way to opt out, I placed my first order!
Surprisingly, my box was delivered to my doorstep with text updates so I knew exactly when it was going to arrive. I couldn’t wait to see what was inside. I was thrilled all the meals were prepared and all I would need to do is heat them up and I was ready to enjoy.
BONUS: The portions are perfect, so there's no need to sneak those few bits of chocolate right before bed.
For my first week, I started with Sweet Potato Hash for lunch and it was simply delicious. Every meal is so tasty and filling. So, no more post-meal grazing. And I had tons of energy the rest of the afternoon.
My dinners are so much more balanced now. All in all, I’ve loved each Thistle meal – they’re precisely what I need to improve my health and overall well-being. Even on my busiest days, I work in a few Thistle meals since it only takes a few minutes to heat-and-eat. That’s far more convenient than grocery shopping, prepping, and cooking myself.
I never get bored with Thistle because they've got so many options, ranging from breakfast, lunch, and dinner for a few days a week to receiving a full week's worth of meals. I can make changes to my menu or select single items such as lunches or add a variety of healthy snacks and cold-pressed shots and juices.
With meals starting at only $11.50 per meal, I’ll be sticking with my Thistle subscription.
So, goodbye to the bland, frozen vegan food of yesterday, and hello to Thistle’s fantastic, flavorful meals. Check out Thistle today, and thank me later!
