Green Chef Vs Purple Carrot (+3 Sample Meals)

The current blogpost will be checking out the features of two popular meal kit delivery services, Green Chef and Purple Carrot. While Green Chef offers all types of ingredients, Purple Carrot is completely plant-based and therefore perfect for vegetarians and vegans. Meal kit brands like these deliver ingredients along with recipes to those who are too busy to cook from scratch.

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 Purple Carrot

In the table below, you will find the various features which are present in Green Chef and Purple Carrot. We have also mentioned the delivery areas of these two brands along with the types of recipes which you can expect here. By checking out the table, you can choose between these two meal-kit delivery services.

Feature	Green Chef	Purple Carrot
Delivery areas	98% of the United States aside from Alaska & Hawaii & parts of Louisiana,United Kingdom	98% of the United States aside from Alaska & Hawaii
Price range	$11.99 to $13.49 per serving	$72 to $130 per week
Price per plate	$11.99 per plate	$11 per plate minimum
Difficulty levels	Easy,Intermediate,Expert	Easy
Avg. cooking time	15 – 40 minutes per meal	30 – 40 minutes
Avg. calorie count	600-800 calories per serving	600-900 calories per serving
Supporting material	Nutritional facts,Recipe cards,Helpful footnotes,Mobile app	Recipe booklet,Online information
Recipes supported	Keto + Paleo,Plant-powered,Balanced Living,Gluten Free,Mediterranean,Fast & Fit,Vegan	Gluten-free,High-protein,Low-carb,Nut-free,Soy-fee,American,French,Indian,Italian,Middle Eastern
No. of choices	24 per week	12 per week
Introductory deal	$135 off for first 5 boxes	$20 off on first order
Avg. shelf life	5 days after arrival,3 days for seafood	3-5 days

Types of Plans: Green Chef vs Purple Carrot

Green Chef	Purple Carrot
Two-Person box $12.99 per portion + $9.99 shipping,3 or 4 meals per week	Meal-kit 2 or 4 servings3 or 4 dinners per week
Four-Person box $12.99 per portion + $9.99 shipping,2 or 3 or 4 meals per week	Prepared meals 1 serving per meal, 6 or 8 or 10 dinners per week
Six-Person box $11.99 per portion + $9.99 shipping,3 or 4 meals per week

In Green Chef, the user is free to choose from three different types of boxes based on the number of members who are present in the household. The customers of Green Chef can also add more meals to their boxes if they wish to. The recipes in Green Chef cover meat-based dishes, seafood dishes and even fully vegetarian dishes.

Purple Carrot also offers various meal plans for its users. Here, the user can choose from various types of meal kits, where they will need to cook the dish by using the ingredients and the recipe provided. Furthermore, Purple Carrot also delivers fully-prepared meals which only need to be heated for a bit before consumption.

Winner: Green Chef wins the Types of Plans segment.

Types of Ingredients: Green Chef vs Purple Carrot

Ingredient type	Green Chef	Purple Carrot
Produce	Fully organic produce,No GMOs or pesticides	Farm-fresh produce
Meat, eggs, fish	USDA certified meat,Sustainably sourced ingredients,Antibiotic free	No meat
Other ingredients	Pre-made sauces,Marinades,Spice blends	Seasonings,Sauces

In Green Chef, the customer is guaranteed only the best of ingredients in their meal kits. The produce and the fruits in Green Chef are completely organic and do not contain any GMOs. The meat and the poultry used in the meal kits are completely antibiotic-free, while the seafood is sustainably-sourced.

Purple Carrot is completely plant-based. And therefore, no meat is provided in the meal kits. The produce, fruits and herbs provided in the meal kits come from local farms and vendors who partner with the meal kit delivery service. The meal kits here come with the necessary seasonings and sauces, but do not provide cooking essentials like butter and oil.

Winner: Green Chef wins the Types of Ingredients segment.

Add-Ons: Green Chef vs Purple Carrot

Green Chef	Purple Carrot
Juice,Gluten-free bread,Oatmeal cups,Bone broth,Yogurt,Pastas,Soups	Breakfast,Lunch,Grocery items

In Green Chef, the user can get way more than just meal kits. Here, the use is free to add a number of items from their add-on menu. From the add-on menu in Green Chef, the customer can choose items like juices, oatmeal cups and yogurt to start their day. To help those who have specific nutritional requirements, Green Chef also offers gluten-free bread.

Purple Carrot also offers a number of items when it comes to the add-on menu. Here, the user can choose from various ready-to-eat breakfast items and lunch items which can definitely save a lot of time during the day. In addition to these, Purple Carrot also offers grocery items which are all plant-based.

Winner: Green Chef wins the Add-ons segment.

Packaging of Meal kit: Green Chef vs Purple Carrot

Green Chef	Purple Carrot
Meal box,Cold Packs,BPA free plastic bags,Recipe cards	Meal box,Liners,Cooling packs,Plastic jars,Plastic bottles,Plastic bags
Fully recyclable	Fully recyclable

The packaging of the meal kits from both these delivery services is pretty similar in nature. In Green Chef as well as Purple Carrot, the meal kits come in boxes which are mostly made of cardboard. These can be simply flattened and recycled curbside. The boxes are lined with eco-friendly products like denim cotton or paper.

The individual ingredients in the meal kits are wrapped in BPA-free plastic. This can be simply rinsed and reused or recycled. To keep the ingredients of the meal kits nice and fresh, Green Chef and Purple Carrot both take the help of cooling packs which contain a non-toxic gel which can be easily disposed of into the trash.

Winner: Green Chef and Purple Carrot win the Packaging of Meal kit segment.

Customer Support: Green Chef vs Purple Carrot

Feature	Green Chef	Purple Carrot
Chat support	+	+
Email support	–	+
Phone support	+	+
Availability	All days of the week	Monday-Friday

In case Green Chef customers are facing issues with their meal kits or their orders, they can simply reach out to the customer support of this meal kit delivery service through a number of ways. The easiest way to reach out to the customer support here is through the live chat feature. Phone support is also present here and operates throughout the week.

Purple Carrot’s customer support is available through live chat, through email support and also through phone support. However, one letdown of the customer support in Purple Carrot is that it is only present from Monday to Friday, which means that any issues faced during the weekend will have to wait.

Winner: Green Chef wins the Customer Support segment.

Sample Meals: Green Chef vs Purple Carrot

Sample	Green Chef	Purple Carrot
Sample 1	Name: Spicy Chili-Ginger Chicken Kale SaladPreparation time: 20 minsSpice level: MediumDifficulty: Easy	Name: Charred Broccoli Tacos with Garlicky Black Beans & Roasted Pepper ChimichurriPreparation time: 45 minsSpice level: MediumNo. of calories: 640 calories
Sample 2	Name: Lemon-Basil Caper PorkPreparation time: 35 minsSpice level: MediumDifficulty: Intermediate	Name: Tofu Palak PaneerPreparation time: 40 minsSpice level: MediumNo. of calories: 650 calories
Sample 3	Name: Beef Tenderloin with Savory Mushroom SaucePreparation time: 30 minsSpice level: MildDifficulty: Intermediate	Name: Creamy Pasta PrimaveraPreparation time: 30 minsSpice level: MildNo. of calories: 430 calories

In Green Chef, the weekly menu is filled with variety and comes with a number of ingredients like meat, poultry, seafood and plant-based protein. The recipes in Green Chef are inspired from both local and international cuisines and therefore can easily suit any type of palate at the table.

When it comes to the recipes in Purple Carrot, these are all completely plant-based. The recipes here can mostly be prepared in about 30 minutes to 45 minutes and range in their flavors and tastes. Purple Carrot also places a lot of emphasis on the nutrient-levels of the dishes and therefore the recipes come with the right balance of micros and macros.

Winner: Green Chef wins the Sample Meals segment.

App rating: Green Chef vs Purple Carrot

Platform	Green Chef	Purple Carrot
Google Play Store	4.6	Not available
Apple App Store	4.8	Not available
TWP Rating	4.5/5	3/5

Final Verdict: Green Chef wins this battle with its organic ingredients and larger variety of choices.

Green Chef is a perfect meal kit delivery service in many ways. Firstly, the ingredients used in Green Chef are completely organic and GMO-free. The recipes in Green Chef contain all types of ingredients and can therefore accommodate a larger population. The price range of the meal kits here are also pretty affordable and thus a lot more accessible for everyone.

Purple Carrot offers only plant-based recipes. And therefore, while this meal kit delivery service is definitely a superb solution for vegetarians and vegans, others may not like this as much. At the same time, Purple Carrot excels in bringing lots of taste and flavors to recipes which can make any vegetarian go gaga.

Between Green Chef and Purple Carrot, the former meal kit delivery service takes the crown. Green Chef can easily accommodate all types of customers, even those who are fully vegetarian. It also excites those who are very strict about what they put into their bodies since the ingredients are fully organic here.

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 Purple Carrot”

How long will Green Chef last in the box?

Green Chef will last in the box for up to 24 hours after the delivery has been completed. This is because the meal boxes arrive with ice packs and enough insulation to keep the temperatures of the ingredients low. However, it is recommended that users of Green Chef freeze the ingredients of their meal kits as soon as they receive the box.

Do I need to wash Green Chef produce?

Yes, you need to wash Green Chef produce. The veggies, the fruits and the herbs must always be washed thoroughly under running water before being used in the cooking process.

Are Purple Carrot prepared meals frozen?

Yes, Purple Carrot prepared meals are frozen. These meals are fully-prepared and therefore only need to be heated for a bit in the microwave for a few minutes before consumption. The meals in Purple Carrot are completely vegan, just as the meal kits in this brand.

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