Green Chef Vs Blue Apron (+3 Samples Of Each)

This current blogpost will be discussing in detail the various features of Green Chef and Blue Apron, and comparing these two meal kit delivery services alongside each other. Meal kit delivery services like these have become very popular in recent times since they bring ease and comfort to the users.

In the end, we will give you our opinions on which of these two may be the better choice based on first-hand experiences.

Green Chef vs Blue Apron

In the following table you will be able to see the main characteristic features of Green Chef along with Blue Apron. We have also listed the price ranges of meals in these two platforms, along with the types of recipes which you can find in these meal kit delivery services. Using this information, you will be able to choose between the two options.

Feature	Green Chef	Blue Apron
Delivery areas	98% of the United States aside from Alaska & Hawaii & parts of LouisianaUnited Kingdom	98% of the United States aside from Alaska & Hawaii
Price range	$11.99 to $13.49 per serving	$50 to $180 per week for two
Price per plate	$11.99 per plate	$4.99 per plate
Difficulty levels	Easy,Intermediate,Expert	Easy,Intermediate,Expert
Avg. cooking time	15 – 40 minutes per meal	25 – 35 mins per meal
Avg. calorie count	600-800 calories per serving	500-700 calories per serving
Supporting material	Nutritional facts,Recipe cards,Helpful footnotes,Mobile app	Recipe cards,Mobile app,Blog,Nutritional facts
Recipes supported	Keto + Paleo,Plant-powered,Balanced Living,Gluten Free,Mediterranean,Fast & Fit,Vegan	Beef,Fish,Lamb,Pork,Poultry,Shellfish, Vegetarian,Carb-conscious
No. of choices	24 per week	12 per week
Introductory deal	$135 off for first 5 boxes	$110 off on first box with free shipping
Avg. shelf life	5 days after arrival,3 days for seafood	3-5 days for meat,1-2 days for seafood

Types of Plans: Green Chef vs Blue Apron

Green Chef	Blue Apron
Two-Person box $12.99 per portion + $9.99 shipping,3 or 4 meals per week	2-serving Signature 2 or 3 or 4 recipes per week,2 or 3 or 4 choices per week
Four-Person box $12.99 per portion + $9.99 shipping,2 or 3 or 4 meals per week	4-serving Signature 2 or 3 or 4 recipes per week,7 choices per week
Six-Person box $11.99 per portion + $9.99 shipping,3 or 4 meals per week	Vegetarian Plan for 2 3 vegetarian recipes every week
	Meal Prep 8 servings of ready-to-go meals with 2 types of protein per week

Green Chef, as a meal kit delivery service, offers a number of plans for users to choose from based on the number of members in their household. They can also choose to add more meals and other items to their weekly box. The recipes in Green Chef not only cover vegetarian options but even meat and seafood options.

Blue Apron also has lots of options for the customer to choose from. In addition to standard meal kits which require the user to put in some effort in the kitchen, Blue Apron also has a wide range of fully-prepared meals. These come fully-cooked to the customer and only need to be heated for a little while.

Winner: Blue Apron wins the Types of Plans segment.

Types of Ingredients: Green Chef vs Blue Apron

Ingredient type	Green Chef	Blue Apron
Produce	Fully organic produce,No GMOs or pesticides	Family-run farms
Meat, eggs, fish	USDA certified meat,Sustainably sourced ingredients,Antibiotic free	Hormone-free,Subtherapeutic antibiotic-free meat and poultry,Sustainable seafood
Other ingredients	Pre-made sauces,Marinades,Spice blends	Seasonings,Sauces,Spice Blends

Green Chef is mainly popular since it uses completely organic ingredients for its meal kits. The produce and fruits in Green Chef are free of any GMOs and contain no harmful pesticides. The meat and the poultry as well as the seafood come from sustainable sources. The meal kits come with the required seasonings and sauces for the customer to use in the cooking.

Blue Apron also brings the best ingredients to the customer. The ingredients in Blue Apron are not always organic and GMO-free, but come from local farms which are guaranteed to use safe-farming practices. The meal kits in Blue Apron also come with delicious seasonings which also use only high-quality ingredients.

Winner: Green Chef wins the Types of Ingredients segment.

Add-Ons: Green Chef vs Blue Apron

Green Chef	Blue Apron
Juice,Gluten-free bread,Oatmeal cups,Bone broth,Yogurt,Pastas,Soups	Dessert,Appetizers,Sides,Extra meals

In Green Chef, the customer has the freedom to add more items to their meal kits so that they remain filled throughout the week. The add-on options here include refreshing sugar-free juices along with gluten-free bread. Bone broth is also available as an add-on option, along with a selection of pastas and soups.

Blue Apron also offers a number of choices for the customer to choose from. In this meal kit delivery service, the customer can choose from a selection of healthy and tasty appetizers and sides which can bulk up any meal. In addition to these, Blue Apron also offers a range of desserts for those with a sweet tooth.

Winner: Green Chef wins the Add-ons segment.

Packaging of Meal kit: Green Chef vs Blue Apron

Green Chef	Blue Apron
Meal box,Cold Packs,BPA free plastic bags,Recipe cards	Plastic cups, trays and lids,Metal cans,Glass bottles,Cardboard box,Molded fiber,Recipe cards,Ice packs,Produce bags
Fully recyclable	Mostly recyclable

Green Chef meal kits come with very solid packaging which is not only effective, but even easily recyclable. This applies even for Blue Apron meal kits which also use very eco-friendly packaging. The elements of the meal box along with the ice packs can be easily recycled, reused or disposed of following the instructions provided.

Winner: Green Chef and Blue Apron win the Packaging of Meal kit segment.

Customer Support: Green Chef vs Blue Apron

Feature	Green Chef	Blue Apron
Chat support	+	–
Email support	–	+
Phone support	+	+
Availability	All days of the week	All days of the week

In Green Chef, the customer support can be reached through a number of ways. The best and easiest way to reach the customer support of Green Chef is through the live chat which is available on all days of the week. In addition to the live chat, the customer can reach out for help through phone support.

Blue Apron also offers a number of ways for customers to reach out for assistance or guidance. While there is no live chat available in Blue Apron, there is email support and also phone support. The customer support of Blue Apron is present on all days of the year, except for certain public holidays.

Winner: Green Chef wins the Customer Support segment.

Sample Meals: Green Chef vs Blue Apron

Sample	Green Chef	Blue Apron
Sample 1	Name: Spicy Chili-Ginger Chicken Kale SaladPreparation time: 20 minsSpice level: MediumDifficulty: Easy	Name: Wonton Noodle Stir-FryPreparation time: 25 minsSpice level: MediumNo. of calories: 560 calories
Sample 2	Name: Lemon-Basil Caper PorkPreparation time: 35 minsSpice level: MediumDifficulty: Intermediate	Name: Chipotle Chicken ChiliPreparation time: 45 minsSpice level: MediumNo. of calories: 640 calories
Sample 3	Name: Beef Tenderloin with Savory Mushroom SaucePreparation time: 30 minsSpice level: MildDifficulty: Intermediate	Name: Seared Cod & Olive TapenadePreparation time: 40 minsSpice level: MildNo. of calories: 680 calories

The recipes in Green Chef not only cover healthy plant-based options, but even meat and poultry. The great thing about Green Chef meal kits is that the ingredients are organic and thus even more flavorful. The recipes here also come with different difficulty levels which can suit any type of cook.

Blue Apron also has a wide range of recipes for the customer to pick. There are simple and quick-cooking meals for those who are novices in the kitchen or those who simply do not have the time to cook. There are also challenging recipes in the culinary collection here, which can be superb for anyone who really wants to use their spatulas and spoons in the kitchen.

Winner: Green Chef wins the Types of Ingredients segment.

App rating: Green Chef vs Blue Apron

Platform	Green Chef	Blue Apron
Google Play Store	4.6	4.2
Apple App Store	4.8	4.7
TWP Rating	4.5/5	4/5

Final Verdict: The winner of this showdown is Green Chef with its high-quality ingredients and delicious recipes.

Green Chef is the go-to meal kit delivery service for many users today mainly because this platform only offers organic ingredients. The recipes in Green Chef are carefully designed to be delicious and healthy at the same time. Green Chef also proves to be a versatile platform due to its amazing add-on options.

Blue Apron became a major hit since it really connected with home chefs who were eager to learn new cooking techniques. There is a lot of emphasis on cooking skills and techniques in this meal kit delivery service. At the same time, Blue Apron is famous since it brings more than just food, and sells wine and cookware as well through its platform.

Between these two meal kit delivery services, Green Chef has the higher customer satisfaction rate. While Blue Apron is an almost equally good competitor, the ingredients in Green Chef can tempt anyone to try this meal kit delivery service out. Thus, Green Chef gets the crown in this battle.

Methodology

To bring you the best reviews of each and every meal delivery service, we spoke to testers and real life users, reviewed the information provided by each service on their respective websites, carried out primary research on social media platforms and checked out the user reviews of these platforms on various social media sites. We have also used the reviews presented by current users of these services on their respective Google and Apple apps.

We are currently conducting our own internal review and we will update this page with videos and pictures of our experiences. If they differ extensively from what our external reviewers said then we will update this post so you get both points of views and can decide which service provider is more suited to your needs based on the information above.

The main types of criteria which we have used in order to assess and evaluate these meal delivery services is the simplicity of the recipes, the variety of meals in the service, the inclusiveness of diets and cuisines and even the supporting material.

In addition to these, we have also taken into regard the sustainability and recyclability of the packaging of these services. Lastly, we have also considered the delivery services and customer services of these platforms.

Frequently asked questions: “Green Chef vs Blue Apron”

Do I need to wash Green Chef produce?

Yes, you need to wash Green Chef produce. While it is true that the produce and other ingredients are thoroughly cleaned before shipping, it is always recommended that you wash them before cooking. Fruits and vegetables can be cleaned under running water with a good scrubbing.

Is everything in Green Chef organic?

Yes, everything in Green Chef is organic. The produce and greens in Green Chef are completely organic and are free of any GMOs. As for the meat, poultry and seafood, they come from sustainable sources and are safe to consume on a long-term basis. This is the main selling point of Green Chef.

Does Green Chef include meat?

Yes, Green Chef includes meat. The meat in Green Chef meal kits comes from grass-fed and hormone-free animals. The customer is free to choose among various recipes which star a number of ingredients, including meat.

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