Top Low-Sodium Meal Delivery Services, Recommended by Dietitians

Type: Prepared meals | Cost: About $15/meal, plus $9.99 shipping fee | Availability: Nationwide

How it works: Curated for athletes, Trifecta is our top healthy meal delivery service, and you may have seen it featured on Netflix's You Are What You Eat. The organic service features high-quality ingredients like grass-fed meat and wild-caught seafood. You can choose from over 100 high-protein meals each week, and the service has five different meal plans, including Paleo & Whole 30, keto, plant-based, clean and GLP-1. Everything comes in vacuum-sealed containers and lasts up to seven days in the fridge (or three months in the freezer).

Nutrition: Trifecta meals are developed by a team of dietitians, chefs and doctors, and there is even a companion app that provides great tools if you're looking to lose body fat or gain muscle. On average, the brand says that dishes contain about 300 to 500 milligrams of sodium per meal (except keto meals, which are slightly higher). You can obtain full nutrition facts for each meal on their website before ordering. At press time, they have banned over 237 ingredients from their dishes, including preservatives, certain oils and artificial flavorings.

What testers said: I appreciate that the brand is dedicated to nutrition, helping customers meal plan with clear macronutrient breakdowns for each meal. Testers liked that the meals were not only healthy and convenient but also fresh-tasting. Plus, proteins are responsibly sourced, and the produce is organic. But since Trifecta focuses on healthier options, the food isn't as flavorful as other services we have tried. "The protein and vegetables were great. There was a well-planned balance of meats and other ingredients, and everything was fresh, easy and satisfying," one tester said. Another commented, "The convenience is nice, and the meals are healthy, which is a hard combination to get."

Type: Prepared meals | Cost: $10.99 to $14.99 per meal, plus a $19.95 shipping fee | Availability: Delivery to the contiguous United States.

How it works: BistroMD was founded by a medical doctor and offers meal plans catered to weight loss, diabetes, heart health, menopause and more. They also have gluten-free, keto-flex and vegan programs. Meals are prepared fresh but then frozen before they are shipped to you.

Nutrition: Each BistroMD meal is designed by a dietitian to ensure it is nutritionally balanced and optimized, and most meals have 500 milligrams of sodium or less (and are also calorie-conscious). BistroMD specifically offers a Heart Healthy program with a robust menu. All meals on the Heart Healthy program have an average of 6 grams of fiber, 3.5 grams of saturated fat or less, 5 grams of added sugar or less, and 600 milligrams of sodium or less. Plus, they are cooked with mainly olive oil and prepared by chefs. Complete nutrition facts are available for each meal on their website when you order. Another standout is that the food is free from artificial ingredients, trans fats and refined sugars, and the service has a comprehensive banned ingredients list.

What testers said: If you're looking for a service that provides medically-tailored heart-healthy meals straight to your home, this is likely the best option out there. And if the Heart Healthy plan doesn't meet your specific needs, the service has a team of in-house registered dietitians who can create a custom diet program for you. I appreciate that BistroMD meals are not only balanced and satisfying but also science-backed.

Testers loved that the dishes required no prep work, which helped improve compliance with sticking to the diet. "The meals were very filling for an average of approximately 360 calories each. I loved how convenient they were," one tester said. "The salmon and BBQ beef meals were my favorite. I don't usually fix salmon, so it was nice to enjoy a convenient, healthy meal." Another noted the helpful weight loss tips and nutrition advice available on the brand's website. "Good quality of food, interesting variety and good taste. Plus, I actually lost weight."

Type: Prepared meals | Cost: Meals start at $11, plus $10 for shipping | Availability: Ships to over 90% of the continental U.S.

How it works: Prepared meals are anything but boring with CookUnity. Award-winning chefs create restaurant-quality meals that are delivered straight to your door. You'll find a rotating menu from some of the most talented chefs in the country, and you can select between four and 16 meals per week. Menus are posted two weeks in advance, and you can choose your weekly meals or let CookUnity select for you based on your preferences, including gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, vegan and more.

Nutrition: Restaurant meals are notorious for high sodium counts, but CookUnity has an on-staff registered dietitian who oversees the nutritional quality of the meals. Full nutrition facts on the meals are available once you create an account, so you can check sodium stats before you order. They offer a sodium-wise meal filter, which includes all meals with 700 milligrams of sodium or less. Based on our review of the offerings, most meals in this category contain roughly 400 to 680 milligrams of sodium. You'll find a decent variety, too, of about 10 to 25 lower-sodium meals per week to choose from, depending on where you live. You can also use the sliding filter to set your own limits for sodium on their site when selecting your meals.

What testers said: Meals were fresh and delicious, receiving top scores for flavor, portion size and overall food quality in our tests. We also like that the brand provides a full nutrition facts panel for each meal. One tester said, "The meals were simple to prepare and absolutely delicious," and all testers said they would recommend the service to a family member or friend. "I was so excited to get meals from one of my favorite chefs, Einat Admony! Balaboosta is one of my favorite restaurants in the city. The meal made me feel like I was there," another person commented. The only downside is that the shipping area can be a bit limited, and menu selection isn't as robust in certain areas.

Type: Prepared meals | Cost: $10 to $13 per meal, plus a $12.99 shipping fee for orders under 10 items | Availability: Delivery to the contiguous United States.

How it works: This completely plant-based service offers a variety of nutritious smoothies, soups, meals and health shots. You can select how many meals you need – 6, 12 or 18 – and then choose whether you want it weekly, bi-monthly or monthly. They also offer a new 5-Day Detox program available as a one-time order, which includes 25 meals and five cold-pressed shots.

Nutrition: All Splendid Spoon's meals are vegan and free from gluten and artificial sweeteners. The service partners with a registered dietitian to keep the sodium content lower, and in our recent analysis of their website, we found that all entrées were under 800 milligrams of sodium, with most in the 500- to 700-milligram range. You can click on the meals when ordering to get a detailed description of ingredients and nutrition facts and filter for additional dietary needs like higher fiber, higher protein, lower calorie, lower fat and lower sugar.

What testers said: Although the food arrives frozen, testers noted you can still taste the freshness of each item. Even though the meals are plant-based, testers found them hearty and satisfying. "I am not a vegan/vegetarian, but I was very pleasantly surprised with the taste of the bowls and the fact that I did not miss having meat as a part of the meal," one person said. Just note that fare is on the lighter side, and some items, like the smoothies, have two servings per container, so look closely at the nutrition labels. "The smoothies were creative and tasty and contained things that I would never have thought to try. Same with the soups," said one tester. "My absolute favorites were the wellness shot, raspberry cacao smoothie and kimchi fried quinoa. This is also a great option for my husband, who leaves very early for work and often skips breakfast."

Type: Standard meal kits and prepared meals | Cost: $9.99 per serving for prepared meals, $11.49–$25.99 per serving for meal kits + $11 shipping fee | Availability: Nationwide with some exceptions

How it works: Sunbasket pairs high-quality ingredients and sustainable packaging features for meals that you can feel good about enjoying. They offer standard meal kits with follow-along recipes, as well as semi-prepared options and completely premade dishes. It's one of my favorite healthy meal delivery services since it offers paleo, carb-conscious, gluten-free, keto-friendly, diabetes-friendly, Mediterranean, vegetarian and pescatarian plans.

Nutrition: Every meal is approved by the brand's dietitians and emphasizes nutrient-dense ingredients like high-quality proteins, healthy fats and whole grains. Everything is made with minimal added sugar and processed ingredients. I especially appreciate that Sunbasket's dietitians ensure that the meals typically contain under 800 calories and 800 milligrams of sodium but are still high in protein and fiber for a satiating, nutritious meal. Though 800 milligrams isn't considered low sodium for a typical meal, it is far lower than most restaurant or takeout dishes that can have upwards of 1,000 milligrams of sodium per serving. You can click on each meal in their menu when ordering to find the exact sodium number to ensure it fits your dietary needs.

What testers said: Testers enjoyed the unique, creative recipes, with everyone saying it encouraged them to try something new. "This meal kit had more interesting recipes and food choices than others I have tried," one tester said. Another said that the service took the guesswork out of meal planning and prepping thanks to the recipe's clear and easy instructions. "Good variety. Things I wouldn't make otherwise."

Type: Prepared meals | Cost: Meals range from about $10–$20, with most around $14, shipping cost ranges depending on location | Availability: 29 states on the East Coast

How it works: Although at first glance you would think this service is just for the "gym bros," I find Eat Clean Bro a nice solution for any busy but health-conscious professional. The service doesn't require a subscription to order its nutritious meals. The chef-prepared dishes are made with quality ingredients and arrive fresh (never frozen) to your doorstep. The weekly menu is extensive, and you can choose meals by macro, diet and meal type.

Nutrition: Eat Clean Bro told Good Housekeeping that they offer a variety of meals that align with heart-healthy and low-sodium dietary preferences. According to the brand, dishes are made using whole foods and seasoned in-house, which helps maintain lower sodium levels compared to other highly processed foods. The heart-healthy meal plan, in particular, is plant-forward and high in fiber but lower in sodium and saturated fat.

What testers said: We tested Eat Clean Bro a few years ago, and at the time, the delivery area was limited and the meals were a bit salty. I recently tried some updated offerings that were good quality and more flavorful than what I remember trying from them in the past. I found the meals quite filling, and the service now ships to 29 states along the East Coast (they also offer local hand delivery if you live near one of their facilities). The convenience of being totally premade is a plus, but as with any prepared meal delivery service, the dishes tend to skew on the expensive side. We plan to do a larger test with their updated meals soon and will report back.

Type: Standard meal kits and prepared meals | Cost: $11–$13 per serving + $12 shipping fee | Availability: Nationwide

How it works: Purple Carrot is a great fit if you're plant-based and looking to get creative in the kitchen with some inventive recipes. This service is specifically dedicated to an entirely vegan menu and includes interesting, globally-inspired dishes that are fun and exciting. They offer your standard meal kit with follow-along recipes, as well as fully prepared meals. But for a kit that does not include meat, it's definitely on the pricier side.

Nutrition: All meals are vegan, so you can select additional dietary filters like high-protein dishes and calorie-conscious fare under 600 calories per serving. They also have a low-sodium menu filter with a nice variety of weekly options. The service has even been clinically proven to help people lose weight and lower LDL cholesterol.

What testers said: I love that Purple Carrot boasts an array of delicious vegan options that are nutritionally balanced. There is also a corresponding app that is great for creating meal plans. "I would absolutely recommend this kit to vegans, vegetarians or those who want more plant-based meals," one tester said. "The meals were refreshing, pretty easy to prepare, and used unique ingredients." Another person commented that the meals "inspired me to try different flavors and ingredients I wouldn't have normally purchased. It definitely expanded my palette with unique flavors and recipes I wouldn't have come up with myself."

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Type: Prepared meals | Cost: Average of $15 per serving | Availability: Nationwide

How it works: Epicured is the first-of-its-kind low-FODMAP and gluten-free meal delivery service. It's specifically designed for people with GI disorders (think irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn's, colitis, celiac and SIBO). Meals come fully prepared, which makes sticking to a complicated low-FODMAP diet much easier (though this comes at a premium in terms of cost). There is a great variety of menu options available each week, too.

Nutrition: Michelin-star chefs team up with doctors and dietitians to create the meals so they are both nutritionally balanced and surprisingly delicious (they don't feel anything like medical diet food). The service offers a "low sodium ≤140 milligrams" filter, which follows the serving size guidelines set by the FDA. Full nutrition facts are also available for each recipe on the website while you order.

What testers said: Testers praised how fresh and flavorful the meals were and were pleasantly surprised that they were also gut-friendly. "It catered to dietary needs without skimping on taste and quality. The food was flavorful and surprisingly filling," a tester said. "I'm gluten-free, and it can be so difficult and time-consuming to find delicious, safe, nutritious meals to eat. I love that these meals checked all of those boxes, had great flavor and I didn't have to stress about their ingredients," another person commented.