Cooking for two shouldn't mean eating the same pot of chili for five days. Here's how to find a meal delivery that fits your table, and where Blue Apron fits.
Quick answer: The best meal delivery for two people has true two-serving portions, a weekly order you can skip or pause, and recipes you'll actually want to cook. Check the price per serving, the number of recipes per box, and how much you can adjust week to week. Blue Apron's two-person plans start at $6.99 a serving and come in kits of 2 to 4 recipes, plus Family Style offerings great for meal prep.
What Makes a Meal Kit Work for Two People?
Most meal kits are built for a family of four, and a two-person box is often the same recipe cut in half. A good one is designed for two from the start. Here's what to look for:
Real two-serving portions. Ingredients packed for two, not a family box you split.
A recipe count that fits your week. Two or three recipes a week is plenty for most couples. You can always cook more.
Flexibility. Can you skip a week, pause for a trip or swap a recipe without a phone call?
Price per serving, all in. Check what the number looks like after shipping and any add-ons.
Packaging you can live with. Two people means less fridge space, so check how it all arrives.
How Do You Choose a Meal Kit for Two?
Start with how you actually eat, then work backward. You've got this, and we've got you.
Count your real dinners at home. Be honest about the nights you'll order takeout.
Pick a recipe count to match. Two recipes a week is a good starting point for most couples.
Decide what you want from the box: faster weeknights, new recipes, fewer trips to the store, or all three.
Read the menu for the week before you commit, and check that you'd cook at least two of the recipes.
Try the first box, then adjust. A good service makes that easy.
Are Meal Kits Worth It for Couples and Small Households?
For many couples, yes, and the reason is usually waste. Cooking for two from a grocery store often means a bunch of cilantro that wilts and half a bag of shallots nobody touches. A meal kit sends the amounts the recipe needs, so less ends up in the trash. You also save planning time, which is the part nobody thanks you for.
The trade-off is cost. A kit usually runs more per serving than a grocery run, so it's worth doing the math on your own habits. If you're already buying groceries and tossing half of them, a kit may even out. If you're a dedicated bulk buyer, it may not. Blue Apron’s starting price is $6.99 a serving.
What Meal Kit Should You Use for Date Night?
Pick a recipe you'll want to cook together, with a handful of steps and no one stuck washing dishes alone. Blue Apron says most meals take 20 to 35 minutes, with a third of recipes taking 20 minutes or less to prepare. This leaves time to pour something and actually enjoy dinner. Save the more ambitious recipe for a weekend and let the weeknight one be easy.
Where Does Blue Apron Fit for Two People?
Blue Apron offers kits of 2 to 4 recipes, so a two-person household can order what fits its week. Menus include vegetarian, pescatarian, 30+ grams of protein, 600 calories or less, and under 30 minute meals. For more on budget-friendly weeknights, see our guide to budget-friendly quick dinners, or read how flexible subscriptions work.
FAQ
What is the best meal delivery for two people?
The best one is the one that fits your week: true two-serving portions, a recipe count you'll cook, and an easy way to skip or pause. Compare the price per serving after shipping.
How many recipes should a couple order each week?
Two or three is a good start for most couples. You can scale up once you know how many nights you cook at home.
Are meal kits cheaper than grocery shopping for two?
It depends on your habits. Kits often cost more per serving, but you may waste less food. Do the math for your own routine.
Does Blue Apron offer meal kits for two people?
Yes. Blue Apron offers meal kits of 2 to 4 servings, and a Family Style menu with up to 6 servings.
