Purple Carrot — plant-based
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Plant-based

Purple Carrot

100% plant-based meal kits & prepared meals

4.3 editorial ratingFrom $9.99 / meal

Current offer

$60 off first 4 boxes

Discount spread across your first month — cancel anytime.

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Meals

2–4 recipes/week or 6–10 prepared meals

Prep time

25–35 min (kits) or 5 min (prepared)

Cooking required

No

Diet options

4 plans

Our take

Purple Carrot is the rare service that does plant-based well — chef-developed recipes, real macro counts, and a high-protein line that actually works for fat loss without animal products.

Pros

  • Best plant-based meal kit on the market
  • High-Protein Vegan plan hits 25g+ per serving
  • Both kits and prepared meals in one subscription

Cons

  • Vegan-only — not a fit for omnivore households
  • Some recipes need pantry staples not included

Available plans & diets

VeganHigh-Protein VeganGluten-FreeQuick & Easy

Best for

Plant-based eaters wanting variety beyond bowls and smoothies.

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