How many calories are in a typical meal?

We believe strongly that the quality of the inputs is far more important than the number of calories in a meal. All calories are not created equally (that’s old science) and different foods affect our biological systems (hormonal, metabolic, etc.) in different ways. In our experience, fixating on the number of calories tends to do more harm than good for the average person trying to reach their health and fitness goals. We believe that the simplest and most effective way to reach your goals is to focus on eating real (not processed) food that is prepared from clean and wholesome ingredients. Instead of focusing on the numbers, we want you to focus on how our food makes you look, feel and perform.

Are all of your meals gluten free?

Absolutely. Though not everyone has a gluten intolerance, research has shown that more and more people have gluten sensitivities (without even knowing it.). We also focus on using clean and wholesome ingredients rather than processed foods, which makes avoiding gluten far easier. In addition to a completely gluten-free menu, our menu is also dairy- and egg-free.

I live an active life. How do I know I’m getting enough protein?

Don’t worry, we also live active lives. But to be safe, we have partnered with a registered dietitian to ensure that not just each recipe is well-balanced and carefully composed, but also that each daily menu is thoughtfully structured to maximize nutrient density and diversity.

Will I lose weight on one of your meal programs?

Our programs are designed to provide you with all of the nutrients you need to live an active and healthy lifestyle. We carefully craft each recipe and structure each day’s worth of meals to ensure that you’re looking, feeling and performing your best – both mentally and physically. For some, this may mean shedding a few excess pounds. For others, this may mean providing an adequate balance of nutrient density and diversity to fuel your days. In any case, you can rest assured that by living the V+B life, you’ll be eating delicious, nutritious, well-balanced meals. But hey, if that’s not enough, you can always walk/run to our production facility to pick up your meals yourself (no charge).

Are all of your ingredients certified organic?

Depends. Do you work for the USDA? (Joke). We believe more in working with farmers and growers who utilize sustainable and organic farming practices than in working strictly with those who are certified organic. For many small, local farmers and growers, the official organic certification process is simply cost prohibitive and too time consuming a process to undertake. We partner only with those who share our high standards; those willing to work longer hours to protect the land and the plants and animals on which we all depend. Ultimately, our philosophy on this topic is simple – we strive to establish lasting relationships with good people who are doing great things.

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What to Expect From Your First V+B Delivery

Food for Better

V+B exists to make our customers' lives healthier and easier. You'll get time back in your day to have fun with your family, go for a run, tend to your garden, read a book or just relax on the couch! Here's everything you need to know for a seamless V+B experience:

1. Confirm Delivery Details

You may receive an email from our service team to clarify any delivery questions, especially if you live in an apartment community. Deliveries usually take place overnight. If you've provided a phone number or asked us to use the callbox, our driver will follow those instructions. If you'd like to change anything about your delivery instructions, email us at hello@vegetableandbutcher.com.

2. Choose Your Meals and Delivery Days

Did you know you can pick your menu (subscribers only)? Log into your account and go to the Select Your Meals button. Choose your meals, and hit submit. The deadline is Thursday at 11:59pm for the following week. For more info on the pick-and-choose process, check out this article.

3. Delivery Day!

The food you've been waiting for! Your meals will arrive in an insulated black V+B bag. There are ice packs in the bag, so it's ok if it's outside for a couple hours. If you live in an apartment community, it's possible the meals are in a vestibule, with a concierge, or in a mail room.

Deliveries arrive Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Each delivery includes just 2 days worth of food.

4. Storing and Eating V+B Food and Beverages

Everything in our bags should go right into the fridge, except for those meals you just can't wait to dive into!We recommend eating meals within 2 days, energy bites and wellness shots within 7 days, dark chocolate within 14 days, and following the expiration date on the bottle for tonics and chocolate melk.

The label on each meal designates whether it should be consumed cold or warm.To heat meals, remove the lid and place the container in the microwave for 90 seconds to 2 minutes. You can also sauté the food in a pan with a little olive oil.

Insider tips:

For meals with dressings, pour the dressing over the food, close the lid and give the container a good shake for even distribution.
When warming meals in the microwave, give the meals a stir every 30-45 seconds to make sure everything gets heated.
Some V+B team hacks: (1) Put an egg on it for extra protein. We do this with our bibimbap and breakfast tacos. (2) Short for time in the morning? Grab a pack of energy bites for a quick on-the-go option. (3) Extra hungry from a morning workout? Eat a dinner at lunchtime.

5. Disposing and Reusing

Our meal containers (tray, lid, and label without the sticker) and energy bite cups are all compostable. If you don't have access to a compost option, you can sign up for our compost program, rinse the containers, and send 'em back. We'll take care of the rest. Tonic and melk bottles are recyclable.

Place your bags and ice packs out the night before your delivery, and we'll take them back, sanitize them, and reuse them.

6. Give Us Feedback

On the menu page, you can click the photo for any dish, and there's an option to rate each meal. We're always looking to improve, so let us know what you think!

Still getting stuck? Email us at hello@vegetableandbutcher.com.

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