Veestro Review

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As of September 1, 2022, Veestro is officially out of business. It seems that the company is going through a period of transition with their CEO Mark still determined to offer delicious plant-based meals. After a bit of snooping around, we have discovered that the new support team’s email is actually: veestro@territoryfoods.zendesk.com. This probably means that Veestro is going to be absorbed by Territory Foods. If you want to know more about this exciting new meal delivery service, please read our Territory Foods review.

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Veestro is a popular vegan meal delivery service based in Los Angeles, California. It was launched in 2012 with the stated goal of delivering happiness to busy people. It provides delicious, nutrient-rich, plant-based meals, desserts, and juices designed to make healthy eating easier for those on a tight schedule. The richness of its offer sets it apart from the majority of vegan meal deliveries on the market and its dedication to quality and the creativity of its meals make it a real must-try. Our Veestro review will highlight all the strengths and shortcomings of this vegan meal delivery service so that you can easily decide whether it is a good choice for your needs.

How Veestro Works

The beauty of ordering from Veestro is that everything can be customized to suit your needs. You can order subscription-free from the a la carte menu and handpick the meals that suit your taste and cravings. If you do not want to pick your meals one by one, you can opt for one of its handy, pre-designed Chef’s Choice meal packs that are delivered weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly. In case you are trying to lose weight, you can select one of its 2 weight loss meal plans and decide how many days per week you want to enjoy Veestro meals and how often you want them delivered.

After you choose your preferred ordering method and select the items in your order, the chefs take over. Organic products are turned into high quality, delicious dishes. All the meals are certified as vegan, non-GMO, and preservative-free. Some dishes are also gluten-free.

As we already mentioned, you can order with or without a subscription and even if you opt for recurring deliveries, you can modify, pause or cancel your subscription whenever you want. Just keep in mind that all changes should be made at least 7 days before your next delivery in order to avoid undesired deliveries and charges.

What Makes Veestro Different

Veestro is not the only veggie-oriented meal delivery service on the market, but its eagerness to please and passion for food are indeed unique. The folks behind Veestro strongly believe that you are what you eat, so junk food is out of the question. Everything that they prepare for you must be up to the highest standards of quality, both in terms of health and nutrition. Choosing the right ingredients and being persistent about choosing nothing but the best is one of the staples of their cuisine. And the entire process doesn’t end with you just enjoying a tasty meal. They want it to end by putting a smile on your face and making your day.

Eloquently summing up what their food is all about, the creators of Veestro explain that their meals are designed to be:

• Health pleasing – Figures show that eating a plant-based diet lowers the risk of type 2 diabetes by 62% and cancer by 20%. Regulating blood pressure is also a potential benefit.
• Weight pleasing – People who eat plants weigh less and have a lower body mass index. That is achieved by being able to eat more and feeling fuller on fewer calories.
• Planet pleasing – Eating a plant-based diet eliminates up to 1.5 tons of CO2 from the atmosphere each year. This is equivalent to removing 500.000 cars off the road.
• People pleasing – Yes, you read that right. Eating plants actually makes you happier, as it pleases your health, your weight, and your planet, not to mention your sensitive taste buds.

All in all, this is a very strong case in favor of a plant-based diet. Putting this much passion and love into designing and preparing meals for subscribers definitely shows, as you can see in this Veestro review.

Meals and Recipes

As suggested previously in this Veestro review, the company’s offer can be divided into 3 major categories. You can choose between a la carte ordering, Chef’s Choice meal packs, and weight loss meal plans. Let us take a closer look at each of these convenient options.

A La Carte

The a la carte menu allows you to handpick your meals and order whenever and whatever you please. You can choose from 50+ breakfasts and entrées. More specifically, there are always about half a dozen breakfasts like burritos, breakfast pies, scrambles, and croquettes and 40+ entrées suitable for lunch and dinner. The items can be filtered by special diets, allowing you to narrow your choice down to high-protein, gluten-free, low-calorie, soy-free, nut-free, and kosher options. Everything on the menu is prepared with hand-selected ingredients by top chefs. All plants used were produced on organic farms and are certified as non-GMO.

You can look forward to enjoying plant-based delights like Jackfruit Pozole, South Indian Coconut Stew, Veggie Empanadas, Eggplant Casserole, Moroccan Melange, Golden Chickpea Stew, Spinach Pie, Kale And Quinoa Salad, and many others.

While you have full control over what goes into your deliveries, there are limitations in terms of how many items you can order. You can opt for 10-meal, 20-meal, and 30-meal boxes.

Chef’s Choice Meal Packs

Chef’s Choice meal packs offer you an even easier way to eat healthily. These convenient bundles offer a variety of meals prepared and pre-selected by Veestro’s culinary team. The bundles come in 3 variations, including Customer Favorites, High Protein, and Gluten-Free. Like in the case of a la carte ordering, you can opt for 10-meal, 20-meal, and 30-meal boxes. You can receive deliveries every week, every other week or every month, depending on your preferences. Of course, you can switch between bundles, skip a delivery or opt out of recurring deliveries at any time.

Weight Loss

The weight loss plans allow you to effortlessly shed a couple of pounds by enjoying tasty and healthy meals designed to help you change your eating habits, improve your health, and get slimmer without all the hassle. You can opt for the 5-day plan or the 7-day plan, decide whether you want your meals to contain gluten, and have your meals delivered every week.

Both meal plans bring you 3 meals per day and allow you to fill your fridge with tasty vegan meals designed to get you fit. The average calorie count is 1,200 calories per day and each delivery includes 1 week’s worth of food. The meals in your orders are pre-selected, thus leaving little room for customization. Fortunately, all the dishes are delicious and satisfying even though they are low in calories.

Nutrition Facts

Each Veestro meal yields 1 serving and contains 220 to 570 calories. However, it is important to note that weight loss meals do not exceed 460 calories per serving. The portions are not huge but they are filling and usually amount to 12-16 ounces.

The meals are not high in fat and rarely contain more than 15 grams of fat per serving. On average, the meals contain fewer than 20 grams of protein, with the exception of high-protein meals, which can have up to 36 grams per serving. Most of the meals contain plenty of carbs (45 or more grams per serving).

Heating And Storage Tips

Veestro meals are flash-frozen. Therefore, you should keep them in your freezer until you are ready to enjoy them. In a freezer, they can last for 8-10 weeks. If you keep them in your fridge, you should consume them within a week. However, it is best to keep them in your fridge for just 1-2 days for optimal nutrition, freshness, and flavor.

Each Veestro meal comes with detailed reheating instructions printed on the packaging. Generally, you have 3 reheating methods at your disposal. You can reheat your meals in a microwave or an oven or on a stovetop. Veestro recommends heating on a stovetop by transferring the meal into a heated skillet and cooking for 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the meal. Alternatively, you can transfer your meal into an oven-safe dish and bake for about 20 minutes in an oven preheated to 400°F. Finally, the quickest way to reheat your meals is to use a microwave oven. You should peel back the plastic film on the container, place the container onto a microwave-safe plate, and cook on high for 4-6 minutes. Whichever method you choose, you should let the meal rest for 2 minutes after reheating.

Pricing

With Veestro, the price you pay per serving primarily depends on the ordering option you choose and the number of meals in your order. If you order a la carte and place a one-off order, you pay $13 per serving if you order 10 meals, $12 per serving if you order 20 meals, and $11 per serving if you order 30 meals. Shipping is not included. With recurring a la carte orders, you get a 10% discount and free shipping.

Chef’s Choice meal packs cost $117 if you order 10 meals, $216 if you order 20 meals, and $297 if you order 30 meals. All Chef’s Choice bundles come with free shipping.

The 5-day weight loss plan costs $175.50 per week while the 7-day weight loss plan cost $226.80 per week. They both come with free shipping.

As you can see, you only pay for shipping if you order a la carte and opt for one-off orders. In that case, you pay a $9.99 shipping fee per delivery.

Delivery Areas

Veestro ships everywhere in the United States, with the exception of Alaska and Hawaii. All meals are packed in insulated boxes and should be stored in the freezer. The meals that you plan to eat in the next few days can be stored in a refrigerator.

You can expect your meals to arrive within 1-4 days, depending on the distance between your home and the company’s fulfillment center. Delivery time also varies based on your location.

Veestro Pros And Cons

To make sure Veestro meets all your standards and expectations, it is important to know its biggest advantages and disadvantages. With a short overview of its pros and cons, you can easily decide if Veestro is the right meal delivery service for you.

Sample Dishes

With Veestro, you get delicious meals prepared by pro chefs at affordable prices. To find out what kinds of delights you will receive in your delivery, we have chosen a couple of sample dishes that accurately represents its offer and can help you decide if it is the right service for you.