Prepared Meal Services in North Center – Balanced Plate
Fresh, dietitian-prepared meals in North Center, Chicago. Perfect for busy families and athletes. Customized to your health goals.
Balanced Plate in North Center
At Balanced Plate, we make it easy to eat well in North Center, Chicago. Our founder, Brynn, is both a registered dietitian and a personal chef, and she combines her nutrition experience with her love of flavor in our healthy prepared meal delivery services. If you're ready to enjoy delicious meals that fit your lifestyle, Balanced Plate is here for you.
About Balanced Plate
Balanced Plate was created by Brynn, a registered dietitian and personal chef who mixes nutritional science with creativity to make meals that are both nourishing and delicious. Living and working in Chicago means Brynn understands the local lifestyle, and she's helped families and professionals all over the city build healthier eating habits.
Who We Serve in North Center
Busy Families with Young Kids
If you're a busy family with young kids, our in-home meal prep services take stress off your plate. We offer family-friendly menus with balanced meals that kids will actually eat, helping you save time and make mealtime easier.
Families with Older Kids and Packed Schedules
If you have older kids and a never-ending to-do list, our healthy in-home meal prep service can accommodate multiple dietary needs in one household.
Athletes and Active Professionals
Balanced Plate offers macro-based meal planning designed to support athlete recovery and help you hit your fitness goals. Our meals can be made with athlete nutrition in mind, so you can have healthy options that won't hold you back.
Our In-Home Meal Prep Services in North Center
When you work with us, we'll customize your meal plan to fit your lifestyle in North Center, Chicago. Here's what we offer.
Personalized Local Meal Prep in Your Home
We prepare fresh meals approved by our dietitian right in your home in North Center.
Dietitian Nutrition Coaching
We offer one-on-one coaching to help you meet health goals like weight management, muscle gain, and improved energy.
Gut Health Meal Planning
We offer meals that are designed to support your digestion and long-term gut health.
Food Allergy and Sensitivity
We can craft safe, delicious meals that work around your restrictions, including gluten-free, dairy-free, and soy-free meals.
Family-Friendly Menus
We specialize in options that keep picky eaters happy.
Athlete Focused Nutrition Plans
For athletes, we have performance meals that are designed to support your endurance and recovery.
Why Choose Balanced Plate in North Center?
If you're looking for meal prep services near you, we believe Balanced Plate is one of the best meal prep services in Chicago. Here's why you should choose us.
We offer nutrient-dense, delicious meals for every diet type.
Our meals are packed with both flavor and nutrition and can be customized for every diet type.
We're led by a registered dietitian and personal chef.
Brynn's dual expertise sets us apart from generic meal prep companies.
We offer customization for health goals, allergies, and preferences.
Your meals will always be designed just for you, prepared in your home, and never taken from a generic menu.
We serve locally sourced, fresh ingredients.
Whenever possible, Brynn sources from markets in the Chicago area to keep your meals fresh.
We have flexible service options for busy schedules.
Balanced Plate can work with your schedule, whether you need meals every day or just a few times a week.
Local Testimonial
“Brynn prepared a week's worth of meals for us, and it was worth every penny! The chicken stir fry and salmon were both delicious and reheated well throughout the week. I looked forward to coming home from work every day knowing I'd have an easy, tasty, and healthy meal when I got home. She also made us some peanut butter dark chocolate date bark, which made for a great guilt-free dessert!”
North Center, Chicago Local Delivery Info
Balanced Plate serves families, professionals, and athletes in North Center, Chicago. Our healthy in-home prepared meal delivery service is designed with convenience in mind, and your meals will arrive fresh and ready to eat. We also cover the surrounding neighborhoods of Chicago.
Learn More About Meal Prep Services in North Center, Chicago
Ready to take the stress out of mealtime? Balanced Plate is here to make eating healthy easier than ever. Contact Balanced Plate today to schedule your free 30-minute lifestyle interview.
FAQs
What is the commitment?
The service requires an initial one-month commitment, which renews monthly. You can cancel anytime after the first month with at least seven days' written notice prior to the desired cancellation date. A minimum of one service per week is required. Typically, clients request meal preparation once or twice a week, but your plan is completely customizable to fit your household's needs.
How much does it cost?
The cost is broken down into two categories: a service fee and grocery reimbursement.
Service fee:*
Tier 1 - Healthy, balanced meals tailored to your preferences
$80 per hour
Tier 2 - Nutritionally designed meals for specific health conditions and goals, including a nutritional analysis
$100 per hour
Grocery reimbursement:
You will receive an itemized receipt for the cost of your groceries.
*Hourly service fee for time spent meal planning, grocery shopping, cooking, and cleaning
I'm a picky eater: How do I know if I'll like the food?
Balanced Plate is all about you enjoying your food! We will discuss your individual taste preferences during your FREE lifestyle interview to help us get started with your first menu. You can provide weekly feedback based on items you liked and pre-approve the menu for the next week to ensure you're getting the most out of your membership.
I have a food allergy, but the rest of my family doesn't. How do you handle this?
This is where Brynn's expertise as a dietitian comes into play. We will discuss whether we should prioritize all meals being free of that allergen for your family, or whether it is better for your family to have different elements in their meals. Customized meals for the specific needs of you and your household are what set Balanced Plate apart!
Where is the meal preparation done?
Your personal chef comes directly to your home to complete meal preparation! Return home to a kitchen filled with your custom pre-made meals or spend the day at home enjoying the scents of your upcoming culinary treats. Have all your meals organized in your refrigerator without the need to coordinate a delivery. Ingredients in your kitchen that need to be used to avoid food waste can be incorporated into your custom weekly meal plan.
What makes Balanced Plate different from other meal prep services?
Unlike generic meal prep companies, Balanced Plate is led by a registered dietitian who is also a personal chef. This means your meals will be designed for both nutrition and flavor, and they can be fully customized to meet your goals and preferences.