What is the nutrition content in your meals?

Our Nutrition Philosophy

1. Whole-Foods First

Why it matters: Whole foods provide vitamins, minerals, fiber, and phytonutrients in the forms your body absorbs best. We prioritize nutrient-dense ingredients that support long-term health.
How we do it: We cook from scratch with real ingredients, fresh herbs, whole vegetables, and minimally processed proteins. Our meals are delivered fresh - never frozen - so nutrients and flavor stay intact.

2. High-Quality Protein in Every Meal

Why it matters:
Protein is essential for energy, muscle repair, hormone production, immune health, and satiety. When you’re busy, getting enough protein can make the biggest difference in how you feel and function throughout the day.
How we do it: Westerly meals are intentionally designed with generous, balanced protein portions that support real-life energy needs - with protein ranges of 18-45g per Wellness meal and 18-22g per Plant-Based meal. Our protein ranges are based on thousands of meals crafted in our kitchens each year, ensuring every plate is both satisfying and deeply nourishing. We use ingredients chosen for digestibility, quality, and flavor because protein should taste good, not just hit a number.

3. Allergen-Friendly: Always Gluten- & Dairy-Free

Why it matters: Eliminating gluten and dairy from our meals lowers inflammation and makes nourishing food truly accessible. We want our meals to be a long-term nutrition option, so accommodating common allergens provides more access for everyone.
How we do it: Our kitchens operate gluten- and dairy-free. We offer additional accommodations for sensitivities and transparently list ingredients so customers always know what’s inside. We can work around the following allergens: nuts, soy, sesame, coconut, corn, eggs, beef, lamb, pork, shrimp (the only shellfish we use), fish and provide fully vegan options.

4. Eat the Rainbow

Why it matters: Diverse plants feed a diverse microbiome, improve digestion, boost immunity, and supply a wide spectrum of micronutrients.
How we do it: Weekly menus rotate colorful vegetables and plant-forward dishes so customers get broad, natural nutrient variety without having to think about it. Our weekly menus provide more than 50 unique fruits and vegetables so you can truly eat the rainbow. 

5. Smart, Healthy Fats

Why it matters:
Healthy fats keep you full, energized, support brain and hormone health, and help reduce inflammation.
How we do it: We cook with nourishing, unsaturated fats - like olive oil, nuts, seeds, and other plant oils - while avoiding artificial trans fats and saturated fats. Our menu limits red meat to just 1-2 times per week, and you can easily skip it with our Red Meat restriction or by choosing a Build Your Own Meal Plan.

6. Low-Sodium, Low-Additive Cooking

Why it matters: Reducing sodium and preservatives supports cardiovascular health and keeps meals naturally clean.
How we do it: We season primarily with fresh herbs, citrus, vinegars, spices, and slow-simmered flavor to keep sodium levels low - and never add preservatives to any meals. Our meals average under 500g of sodium, which falls under the “low sodium” category for packaged meals.

7. Gut Health First

Why it matters: A healthy gut supports immunity, mood, digestion, and nutrient absorption.
How we do it: Our meals naturally include fiber-rich veggies, sulfurous plants, and diverse whole-food starches that nourish the microbiome. We avoid artificial sweeteners and no added preservatives that disrupt gut balance.

8. Food That Fits Real Life

Why it matters:
Real results don’t come from extremes - they come from consistency. We believe that nutrition only works when it fits into your actual life.
How we do it: We don’t chase food trends or fad diets. Our meals are built on real, science-backed nutrition that supports long-term health. Every order arrives ready-to-eat, making it easy to stay consistent even on busy days. We also use reusable coolers and ice packs to reduce waste and support a more sustainable food system.