I tried Hungryroot meal and grocery delivery service: My review

Feeling hungry? I hope not, because then reading this review may be torture.I’ve been reviewing meal kits for more than four years now, including a few stints with Hungryroot.

This time around, I wanted to do a deep dive into the service, highlighting both the meal kit features and the grocery delivery options that result in a balanced and well-stocked fridge — no grocery store trips required.Hungryroot is a bit different than a traditional meal kit, in that it combines recipes and grocery items all in one big box.

However, the ordering and delivery process is very much the same, following a weekly delivery cadence and with a very easy-to-add menu of items and meals.You can fill your box with a mix of recipes and groceries, or just one or the other — the choice is totally yours.

The site uses weekly credits, so you “pay” for each item as you go.This system allows for customization, making for a great option when you need more meals over groceries one week or pre-made meals the next week.

The pricing structure for Hungryroot is a bit unique.Plans start at $70 per week, but then each item or meal is priced out individually.

Meals start between $3.99 and $8.99 and snacks start at $1.99.Fill your box based on your plan, which is then given a credit system according to the monetary amount.

For example, my $130 box equated to 57 credits and I chose to “spend” those credits on five recipes, one pre-made microwave meal, one bag of chips, and one dessert.Hungryroot meals tend to be on the lighter side, featuring lots of salads, sandwiches, and stir-fries.

They work well for both fast dinners and yummy lunches, especially for those who work from home or like to meal prep.Hungryroot offers a full kid’s menu, as well as a family menu, so it’s equally perfect for those with kiddos.

You can spend your credits across menus, allowing you to add some meals for them and a few for you each week.As I’ve already mentioned, there’s also a full selection of...