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The 10 Best Meal Prep Boxes – Guidebook

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The 10 Best Meal Prep Boxes – Guidebook

In a stressful workday , Meal-Prepping eases the worry of proper nutrition for many people. Meal prep boxes are used as a storage place, because people like to prepare the whole meal and thus need a lot of storage space (in separate containers).

We have taken a closer look at Meal-Prep boxes and compared individual products. In our product recommendations, we have compiled the best models for you. You’re sure to find what you’re looking for in these meal prep boxes.

Checklist For Meal-Prep Boxes

Important features
  • A good seal is important so that liquids cannot leak out. This also allows soups, dressings and drinks to be taken along without worry.
  • A division into separation compartments for different foods ensures that the food stays fresh, as they are mixed only briefly before consumption.
  • There are also whole sets of boxes to buy. This allows you to take different dishes, or even appetizers and desserts.
Material
  • Stainless steel is easy to clean, but also comparatively heavy.
  • Plastic , on the other hand, is lightweight but not microwave safe.
  • Most variants are also suitable for the freezer, such as the set from FITPREP. Look for high-quality and durable material, such as polypropylene (PP). The plastic should also be BPA-free.
  • Glass is fragile and heavy, but the most sustainable option. They are even oven safe, unlike the other materials.
  • There are no seals that guarantee you suitability for the microwave, dishwasher or oven. That’s why it’s even more important to pay close attention to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Compartment divisions
  • Most boxes have at least 3 or 4 compartments . This is usually enough for one meal.
  • If you need more, you can use additional boxes.
  • The compartment division is typical for Meal Prep boxes, which is why there are none with only one compartment. That would be a regular bowl or box. There are also no accessories, so the principle is quite minimalist.
Interesting to know
  • The idea comes from Japan (“bento box”).
  • These bento boxes usually have 4 compartments.
  • Meal prep boxes can have more or less compartments. Sometimes cutlery is also included in the set.

We have compiled the best and most interesting Meal Prep boxes. You can find the list with our product recommendations here.

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The Best Sellers Of Meal Prep Boxes

In a list of bestsellers, we have compiled the most popular Meal Prep boxes for you.

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1 Bentgo® Prep 3-Compartment Containers - 20-Piece Meal Prep Kit with 10 Trays & 10 Custom-Fit Lids - Durable Microwave, Freezer, Dishwasher Safe Reusable BPA-Free Food Storage Containers (Silver) Bentgo® Prep 3-Compartment Containers - 20-Piece Meal Prep Kit with 10 Trays & 10 Custom-Fit Lids -...
2 WGCC Meal Prep Containers, 50 Pack Extra-thick Food Storage Containers with Lids, Disposable & Reusable Plastic Bento Lunch Box, BPA Free, Stackable, Microwave/Dishwasher/Freezer Safe (24 oz) WGCC Meal Prep Containers, 50 Pack Extra-thick Food Storage Containers with Lids, Disposable &...
3 Bentgo® Prep 60-Piece Meal Prep Kit - Reusable Food Containers 1-Compartment, 2-Compartment, & 3-Compartments for Healthy Eating - Microwave, Freezer, & Dishwasher Safe (Floral Pastels) Bentgo® Prep 60-Piece Meal Prep Kit - Reusable Food Containers 1-Compartment, 2-Compartment, &...
4 M MCIRCO [5-Pack, 36 oz] Glass Meal Prep Containers 3 Compartment with Lids, Glass Lunch Containers,Food Prep Lunch Box,Bento Box,Microwave, Oven, Freezer, Dishwasher (4.5 Cups) M MCIRCO [5-Pack, 36 oz] Glass Meal Prep Containers 3 Compartment with Lids, Glass Lunch...
5 Bentgo® Prep 1-Compartment Containers - 20-Piece Meal Prep Kit: 10 Trays & 10 Lids - Lightweight, Durable, & Reusable BPA-Free To-Go Food Containers; Microwave/Freezer/Dishwasher Safe (Mint) Bentgo® Prep 1-Compartment Containers - 20-Piece Meal Prep Kit: 10 Trays & 10 Lids - Lightweight,...
6 Freshware Meal Prep Containers [15 Pack] 1 Compartment Food Storage Containers with Lids, Bento Box, BPA Free, Stackable, Microwave/Dishwasher/Freezer Safe (28 oz) Freshware Meal Prep Containers [15 Pack] 1 Compartment Food Storage Containers with Lids, Bento Box,...
7 FIT Strong & Healthy 2 & 3 Compartment Glass Meal Prep Containers (4 Pack, 32 oz) - Glass Food Storage Containers with Lids, Glass Bento Box, Portion Control, Airtight, Oven & Freezer safe FIT Strong & Healthy 2 & 3 Compartment Glass Meal Prep Containers (4 Pack, 32 oz) - Glass Food...
8 Bentgo® Prep 2-Compartment Containers - 20-Piece Meal Prep Kit with 10 Trays & 10 Custom-Fit Lids - Durable Microwave, Freezer, Dishwasher Safe Reusable BPA-Free Food Storage Containers (Blush Pink) Bentgo® Prep 2-Compartment Containers - 20-Piece Meal Prep Kit with 10 Trays & 10 Custom-Fit Lids -...
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11 Hlukana 4 Pack Bento Lunch Box, 4 Compartment Wheat Straw Meal Prep Containers for Kids/Toddle/Adults, BPA Free Reusable Food Storage Containers, Durable Bento Box Suitable for School, Work and Travel Hlukana 4 Pack Bento Lunch Box, 4 Compartment Wheat Straw Meal Prep Containers for...
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Current Offers Of Meal-Prep-Boxes

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FAQ For Meal-Prep-Boxes

What is meal prep?

Meal prep is an English abbreviation for “meal preparation”, which means the preparation of food.

how long is the shelf life of meal prep?

The shelf life of your meal prep depends on the food and how it is stored. Many things can be stored in the refrigerator for three to four days. However, cooked eggs, raw salad, dishes with raw egg, prepared fish or prepared pasta should be consumed sooner. Therefore, always inform yourself about the proper storage and shelf life of the foods you use. This way you can plan your week better. For storage, there are practical boxes that are made especially for meal prep. In our guide you will find the 10 best variants. One more tip: The shelf life is greatly extended if you freeze the dishes. However, not all foods are suitable for freezing.

What is a Bento Box?

A bento box is a box that resembles a lunch box. It usually has four compartments so that you can store prepared dishes or take them with you and certain ingredients do not mix unintentionally. The idea comes from Japan. There are also other meal prep boxes, these have then among other things also more or less than exactly 4 compartments.

What goes into a Bento Box?

What you put in your Bento Box is up to you. What is good is what tastes good and is durable for some time or at least can be taken along. How about a pasta salad with baguette and dip?

Which Bento Box?

Which Bento Box is the best depends on what you want to cook and store or take with you. For some people one compartment is enough, for others 4 compartments are still too few. Great are also whole sets, so you can vary best. We have listed the 10 best bento boxes and collected them in our guide.

What is a meal prep box?

A meal prep box is a container that has several compartments. It is popular when dishes are prepared entirely, so for example a salad with its various components and sauce. The separation of the container parts ensures that the different foods do not touch each other before consumption and thus soften.

Which boxes for meal prep?

Which boxes are right for you depends on your dishes. If you are cooking a dish where one container compartment is sufficient (e.g. stew), you can use simpler meal prep boxes. However, if you are preparing a salad where you do not want the different contents to touch each other before consumption, it is more advisable to use a box with multiple compartments.

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