Our Nutrition Philosophy

Thoughtfully crafted, whole-food meals made with balanced portions, high-quality proteins, and plant-forward ingredients.

Our Nutrition Philosophy

Thoughtfully crafted, whole-food meals designed to support energy, digestion, and long-term wellness.

Balanced nutrition in every meal

high-quality protein

whole-food ingredients

healthy fats

gluten-free & dairy-free

gut-friendly foods

balanced nutrition

fiber-rich meals

Built on better ingredients

  • High-quality proteins

  • Balanced meals

  • Plant-forward menus

  • Healthy fats

  • Fiber-rich ingredients

  • Always gluten-free & dairy-free

8 Pillars of Nutrition

Our nutrition philosophy is built on eight foundational principles that guide every ingredient choice, recipe, and menu rotation.
Assorted oranges, lemons, and mandarins representing whole-food ingredients in Westerly meals.

Whole-Foods First

Westerly meals are built around vegetables, herbs, whole-food starches, and minimally processed animal and plant-based proteins.


Westerly meal with sliced chicken, rice, and roasted vegetables.

High-Quality Protein in Every Meal

Protein is incorporated throughout Westerly’s rotating menus, with both animal- and plant-based options available depending on the meal plan.

Dry gluten-free pasta, nuts, seeds, and dates arranged on a table.

Always Gluten- & Dairy-Free

Eliminating gluten and dairy from our meals lowers inflammation and makes nourishing food truly accessible.


Assortment of fresh vegetables, including kale, green beans, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, and mushrooms.

Eat the Rainbow

Weekly menus feature a rotating variety of colorful vegetables, fruits, herbs, and plant-forward ingredients.


Fresh produce and a packaged Westerly meal arranged on a table.

Smart, Healthy Fats

Meals incorporate ingredients such as olive oil, nuts, seeds, and other plant-based fats, depending on the recipe.
Westerly prepared salad with greens, shredded carrots, cherry tomatoes, and green dressing.

Low-Sodium, Low-Additive Cooking

Reducing sodium and preservatives supports cardiovascular health and keeps meals naturally clean.


Fresh kale, cabbage, beets, and radishes arranged together.

Gut Health First

A healthy gut supports immunity, mood, digestion, and nutrient absorption. Our meals naturally include fiber-rich veggies, sulfurous plants, and diverse whole-food starches that nourish the microbiome.
Ready-to-eat Westerly salad with greens, grains, vegetables, and sliced chicken, served with dressing.

Food That Fits Real Life

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.

8 Pillars of Nutrition

Our nutrition philosophy is built on eight foundational principles that guide every ingredient choice, recipe, and menu rotation.
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Whole-Foods First

Whole foods provide vitamins, minerals, fiber, and phytonutrients in the forms your body absorbs best. 
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High-Quality Protein in Every Meal

Protein is essential for energy, muscle repair, hormone production, immune health, and satiety. 
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Always Gluten- & Dairy-Free

Eliminating gluten and dairy from our meals lowers inflammation and makes nourishing food truly accessible.
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Eat the Rainbow

Diverse plants feed a diverse microbiome, improve digestion, boost immunity, and supply a wide spectrum of micronutrients.
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Smart, Healthy Fats

Healthy fats keep you full, energized, support brain and hormone health, and help reduce inflammation.
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Low-Sodium, Low-Additive Cooking

Reducing sodium and preservatives supports cardiovascular health and keeps meals naturally clean.
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Gut Health First

A healthy gut supports immunity, mood, digestion, and nutrient absorption. Our meals naturally include fiber-rich veggies, sulfurous plants, and diverse whole-food starches that nourish the microbiome.
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Food That Fits Real Life

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.

Next Week's Menu

Activate whole-body wellness with next week's lineup of ready-to-eat meals.
Westerly coconut pear granola bowl topped with strawberries and pecans.

Coconut Pear Granola Bowl

Westerly Green Goddess Salad with mixed greens, vegetables, and dressing on the side.

Green Goddess Salad

Westerly Moroccan turmeric quinoa plate with roasted vegetables, pickled onions, and creamy sauce.

Moroccan Tumeric Quinoa Plate

Westerly Korean-style bibimbap with beef, vegetables, rice, and a fried egg.

Korean Style Bibimbap

Person enjoying a Westerly plant-based breakfast bowl topped with strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, figs, and shredded coconut.

What Customers Say

Westerly has literally changed my life! I've always wanted a meal subscription plan that was fresh, not frozen and healthy. Everything is fresh and delicious Their subscription service is super easy. Delivery is always really timely and comes right to my doorstep!


- Jamie A, Google Review

I've tried so many meal delivery services and Westerly is by far the best. Delicious, fresh, & healthy meals delivered with amazing customer service. Lots of variety in the flavor of meals. So happy I found them! 



- Megan M, Google Review

Great meal delivery service. Fresh & home made & unique meals delivered to your home twice a week. Quality ingredients and an ever-changing menu. It doesn’t get much better than this. And Westerly is locally owned and operated by some really nice, down to earth folks.

- G, Google Review

Westerly is everything I was looking for in a meal service and more. Local, eco friendly, healthy, yummy, fresh AND GLUTEN FREE! They even customized my meals based on just general preferences. The customer service has been impeccable.


- Samone J, Google Review

This is exactly what I've been needing! The food is delicious, it's healthy, and well balanced, and the portions are perfect. Also extremely convenient, they deliver to your home, and there is no cooking or preparation needed. 



- Michele J, Google Review

I've been using Westerly for years and I absolutely love it. I wanted food that was simple and genuinely healthy, not just trendy – check! I wanted a service that was truly eco-conscious in multiple ways – check! I also appreciate that their baseline offer is already low-inflammatory – check, check, check!

- Lindsey M, Google Review

Really love Westerly. We get their salads for lunches and it is really a lifesaver. They are healthy and filling. It's a staple in our weekly meal planning. Delivery is easy (we are in a house) and reliable! 



- Erika S, Google Review

I LOVE WESTERLY!! The amount of time and brain space it saves to be delivered healthy and wholesome meals is honestly priceless. I have tried multiple food delivery services and nothing compares.



- Allure V, Google Review

What Customers Say

Westerly has literally changed my life! I've always wanted a meal subscription plan that was fresh, not frozen and healthy. Everything is fresh and delicious Their subscription service is super easy. Delivery is always really timely and comes right to my doorstep!


- Jamie A, Google Review

I've tried so many meal delivery services and Westerly is by far the best. Delicious, fresh, & healthy meals delivered with amazing customer service. Lots of variety in the flavor of meals. So happy I found them! 



- Megan M, Google Review

Great meal delivery service. Fresh & home made & unique meals delivered to your home twice a week. Quality ingredients and an ever-changing menu. It doesn’t get much better than this. And Westerly is locally owned and operated by some really nice, down to earth folks.

- G, Google Review

Westerly is everything I was looking for in a meal service and more. Local, eco friendly, healthy, yummy, fresh AND GLUTEN FREE! They even customized my meals based on just general preferences. The customer service has been impeccable.


- Samone J, Google Review

This is exactly what I've been needing! The food is delicious, it's healthy, and well balanced, and the portions are perfect. Also extremely convenient, they deliver to your home, and there is no cooking or preparation needed. 


- Michele J, Google Review

I've been using Westerly for years and I absolutely love it. I wanted food that was simple and genuinely healthy, not just trendy – check! I wanted a service that was truly eco-conscious in multiple ways – check! I also appreciate that their baseline offer is already low-inflammatory!

- Lindsey M, Google Review

Really love Westerly. We get their salads for lunches and it is really a lifesaver. They are healthy and filling. It's a staple in our weekly meal planning. Delivery is easy (we are in a house) and reliable!



- Erika S, Google Review

I LOVE WESTERLY!! The amount of time and brain space it saves to be delivered healthy and wholesome meals is honestly priceless. I have tried multiple food delivery services and nothing compares.



- Allure V, Google Review

Ready to feel the difference?

Our meal delivery is always designed to support steady energy, digestion, and everyday wellness.

Ready to feel the difference?

Our meal delivery is always designed to support steady energy, digestion, and everyday wellness.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are your meals dairy-free?

Yes - all of our meals are entirely dairy free! This includes all of our dressings, sauces, smoothies, etc.

Are your meals gluten-free?

Yes! All of our meals are 100% gluten-free.

We operate in a commercial kitchen where gluten is present for personal use; however, we take great care to ensure that our gluten-free ingredients and utensils are not contaminated.

Do you use any preservatives in your meals?

Our meals are free from any additional artificial preservatives and we deliver twice a week to ensure freshness. Some of our dishes contain citric acid (Vitamin C) and dried fruits that may contain sulfur dioxide, which acts as a natural preservative for dried goods. You can find the full list of ingredients here for your reference.

Where do I find the current menu and ingredients for each meal?

You can find the current menu here, so you can see the title of each meal. You can also find our ingredients here, which has a full list of ingredients for every dish. All our meals are gluten and dairy free as well as being low sodium.

Can you accommodate the Keto Diet, FODMAPs or Whole30 Program?

We are unable to accommodate the Keto Diet, FODMAPs, or Whole 30 program at this time.

Do you work around allergies and dietary restrictions? How do I add them to my order?

We do our best to work around the major allergies and dietary restrictions in our Set Chef Meal Plan. Please note: Allergens are not accommodated in our Build Your Own Meal Plan since you are able to choose your own meals. All of our meals are entirely gluten-free & dairy-free. The following are the only additional allergens & dietary restrictions that we can work around:

nuts
soy
sesame
coconut
corn
eggs
beef
lamb
pork
shrimp (the only shellfish we use)
fish
vegan

Please note that we cannot accommodate additional requests.

After you add a plan to your cart you can add these allergens to each plan in the checkout box, you can choose as many as needed.

ALLERGEN NOTICE: Our meal plans are always gluten & dairy free but we do want you to know that we work in a private commercial kitchen space where tree nuts, peanuts, shellfish, fish, sesame, soybeans, eggs, coconut, some gluten and dairy are present. 

**If you have a severe allergy, we don't recommend the program.**

Is your Plant-Based menu fully vegan?

Our Plant-based Menu contains eggs in some Breakfast options. Our Plant-based Lunch and Plant-based Dinner options are fully vegan. If you are ordering a Plant-based Meal Plan that includes Breakfast and would like a fully vegan menu, please select "Vegan" from the allergens drop-down during checkout. Learn more here.