Best for a Classic Thanksgiving Feast
HelloFresh
Pros
- Complete turkey dinner kit for large groups
- Multiple Thanksgiving options
- Generous portion sizes
Cons
- Thanksgiving recipes have a higher difficulty level
- Limited customization for dietary needs
Key Specs
- Price: $179.99 per box (8–10 servings)
- Subscription required: Typically yes (holiday kits sometimes available as standalone)
- Meal kit or prepared: Meal kit
If your vision of Thanksgiving dinner is turkey with all the sides, HelloFresh offers one of the most complete holiday kits available. As I write this article, HelloFresh has yet to release its 2025 holiday menu. However, past offerings, such as the Ultimate Turkey Dinner Kit, reliably serve 8 to 10 people and come with classics like turkey breast, gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce, and dessert add-ons. The company also has offered turkey alternatives, such as beef tenderloin, so you can feel festive without basing your meal on the same ol’ bird.
One thing to note if you’re averse to some chopping and dicing: The difficulty level on past Thanksgiving recipes is listed as “hard,” so expect to spend some time in the kitchen. Still, prep work and cooking times aside, the recipes are straightforward and portion sizes generous, making it an excellent option if you want the classic Thanksgiving spread without the grocery run.
Best Variety for Large Families
Marley Spoon
Pros
- Huge variety of entrées, sides, and desserts
- Options to feed both small and very large groups
- Good mix of classic and creative holiday dishes
Cons
- Subscription required
- Premium proteins significantly raise the cost
Key Specs
- Price: $8.99–$12 per serving; premium items cost more
- Subscription required: Yes
- Meal Kit or prepared: Meal kit
One thing you can be certain of when you order from Marley Spoon is that you’ll be spoiled for choice. This service offers nearly 100 recipes a week, including the week of Thanksgiving. The company lets you build your own menu around your choice of protein (duck and ham are featured prominently this year) and a carousel of sides, such as apple and sage stuffing and four-root purée. You even have a selection of pies and tarts to top off your Thanksgiving feast.
Of course, this being Martha Stewart, these aren't just take-and-bake meals. Along with a subscription, you’ll need a grasp of basic prep work to make these recipes go smoothly. I’ve also found from my own experience that these meals tend to take a bit longer than stated on the recipe cards. However, for the sheer variety and ability to customize your portions to accommodate even a large gathering, Marley Spoon gives you the framework you need to trot out a showstopper of a meal.
Best Budget-Friendly Pick
Dinnerly
Pros
- Lowest cost per serving (as low as $4.99)
- Flexible weekly menu with seasonal options
- Subscription easy to skip or cancel
Cons
- No dedicated holiday box
- Nutrition details limited beyond calories, macros
- Premium recipes add extra cost
Key Specs
- Price: Starting at $4.99 per serving
- Subscription required: Yes
- Meal Kit or prepared: Meal kit
While Dinnerly doesn’t have a specialty holiday box, the weekly menu around the holiday includes seasonal entrées like turkey meatloaf and veggie bowls. Add-ons like mac and cheese or stuffing make it possible to pull together a holiday spread at a fraction of the cost of competitors.
Best for Smaller Gatherings
Green Chef
Pros
- Organic, health-forward ingredients
- Portion sizes designed for smaller groups
- Balanced meals with veggie-rich sides
Cons
- Higher per-serving cost than budget kits
- Smaller portions may not suit larger groups
Key Specs
- Price: $11.99 per serving
- Subscription required: Yes
- Meal kit or prepared: Meal kit
If you’re hosting a smaller gathering, Green Chef is perfect for cozier holiday meals. We’ve been fans of Green Chef for its impressive array of dietary choices and emphasis on whole grains, legumes, and sizable portions of vegetables. At the time of this article’s writing, the 2025 menu has not been set. However, past Thanksgiving bundles have included turkey with cranberry-bacon pan sauce, cheesy bacon mashed potatoes, and garlicky kale.
Green Chef’s Thanksgiving offerings are sold as menu items rather than a complete box, which gives you some flexibility with serving sizes. You can order for as few as two people or as many as six, and you’ll have your pick of a variety of sides, which in the past has included cranberry brioche stuffing and maple butternut squash. It’s a great choice if you want to prepare a nutritious meal but don’t want to contend with a fridge full of leftovers.
Best Gluten-Free Option
Epicured
Pros
- 100% gluten-free and low-FODMAP
- Prepared meals ready to heat and serve
- À la carte ordering flexibility
Cons
- Higher cost for larger groups
- Shipping can be pricey
Key Specs
- Price: $80 for 2 servings; $150 for 4 servings
- Subscription required: No
- Meal kit or prepared: Prepared
Its Thanksgiving Family Dinner Collection comes fully prepared and ready to heat, and is portioned to serve two to four people. The dinner includes turkey and all the traditional fixings, such as whipped potatoes, gravy, and green beans. Dessert features pumpkin loaf and cranberry orange sauce. And if you want to accommodate the dietary needs of specific guests, à la carte options make it easy to cater to their needs without overbuying.
True, this may come at a higher cost; individual meals start at around $15 per serving. Still, when it comes to medically necessary diets, Epicured is a trustworthy choice.
Best Vegan Thanksgiving
Purple Carrot
Pros
- 100% vegan menus
- Both meal kits and prepared options
- Creative seasonal entrées alongside classics
Cons
- Smaller serving sizes (2–4 people)
- Sodium can be high in some dishes
- Subscription required
Key Specs
- Price: Starting at $11 per serving
- Subscription required: Yes
- Meal kit or prepared: Both
Of course, it’s even better when your plant-based dishes taste good. Purple Carrot delivers a plant-based holiday table full of seasonal flavor. Its Thanksgiving menus include sides like stuffing, mac and cheese, and butternut bisque, alongside more creative dishes like sage butter gnocchi. We love that its meals are colorful, fiber-rich, and nutrient-dense — a perfect combo for anyone serving a vegan-friendly feast.
Best Sides to Supplement Your Menu
Blue Apron
Pros
- Flexible, with options for full meal or just sides
- No subscription required for holiday orders
- Easy to customize meal kits for dietary needs
Cons
- Fewer specialty diet options compared with other services
- Mostly meal kits, so some prep and cooking required
Key Specs
- Price: $94.99–$120 per box; à la carte sides vary
- Subscription required: No (holiday boxes)
- Meal kit or prepared: Both (mostly kits)
Blue Apron makes some wonderful holiday boxes (I tried last year’s beef tenderloin kit, and my guests unanimously agreed that it was amazing), but the company also makes it easy to add sides and desserts to your Thanksgiving table. Plus, if you’re like me, sides are your favorite part of the whole meal. The Market features à la carte options like Brussels sprouts, mashed potatoes, and pies, or you can order a full Thanksgiving box for six to eight guests. Most dishes are meal kits, giving you flexibility to adjust seasonings or swap ingredients as needed.
While the 2025 menu has yet to be released, last year’s box featured delectable sides like creamy mac and cheese with truffle breadcrumbs and spinach; roasted delicata squash with pickled peppers, almonds, and labneh; and brown butter mashed potatoes with white cheddar and chives. However, these (understandably) tend to sell out fast, so you’ll want to keep an eye on Blue Apron’s website for details on when their latest holiday menus drop.
Best for Singles or Couples
CookUnity
Pros
- Single-serving meals, no waste
- Chef-crafted, gourmet feel
- Fresh, not frozen
Cons
- Subscription required
- Availability varies by region
- Smaller menu selection compared with meal kits
Key Specs
- Price: $11–$13 per serving
- Subscription required: Yes
- Meal kit or prepared: Prepared
CookUnity is ideal for solo diners or couples who want a festive meal without the hassle. Single-serve, chef-crafted dishes arrive fresh and can be reheated in minutes. Around Thanksgiving, options like turkey with stuffing or seasonal squash pasta add a festive touch to the coziest, low-key gatherings.
Since CookUnity bases its recipes on a network of chefs, your selections will vary by region. However, these chef-crafted dishes also offer a variety you won’t find elsewhere, and prep work is limited to heating and plating your meal. It’s the ultimate no-fuss Thanksgiving option.
Best for Organic Ingredients
Sunbasket
Pros
- Certified organic produce and quality sourcing
- Holiday boxes and side dish variety
- Multiple dietary accommodations available
Cons
- Smaller holiday boxes (4–6 servings)
- Pricier than some competitors
- Limited nutrition details for holiday meals
Key Specs
- Price: $9.99–$12 per serving
- Subscription required: Not required for holiday boxes
- Meal kit or prepared: Meal kit
If organic produce and responsibly sourced proteins are high on your list of priorities, Sunbasket is a tried and true favorite. Holiday boxes typically include turkey and seasonal sides, while the regular menu provides plenty of veggie dishes and grain-based salads. You can either order from the regular menu and build a Thanksgiving meal that way, or order one of its holiday boxes (which serves four to six) for an all-in-one meal. If you’re not ready to commit to a Sunbasket subscription, no worries — you can order its holiday boxes without one.
Although Sunbasket accommodates a variety of diets, we have found nutritional information missing from some ingredients, so that’s something to be aware of. Still, with its impressive selection of recipes, it’s a solid choice for those who prioritize organic produce when shopping for their holiday meal.
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Katie Tuttle is an editor and writer specializing in food, nutrition, and product testing. Her work has appeared in EatingWell, Food & Wine, The Spruce Eats, and Real Simple. She has written about meal kits, kitchen tools, fitness, and wellness, and has tested and reviewed a wide range of products, with a particular focus on meal delivery services and their impact on nutrition and convenience.
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Simone received a master's degree in Journalism from Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism, where she focused on science and health long-form reporting and photojournalism. Her master's thesis explored the treatment of prolonged grief disorder following a miscarriage or the loss of a child. She was also awarded the John Horgan Award for Critical Science and Health Journalism at graduation.
Born in Minnesota, Simone lived 14 years in France until she graduated high school, then three years in London to get her bachelor's degree at the London School of Economics and Political Science. She currently lives in the Hudson Valley of New York with her husband, son, dog, and cats. When she's not working, you can find her writing fiction or plays, hiking in national parks, or tending to her garden and indoor plants.