Yes! Many Sunbasket meal kit steps can be done ahead of time to save time and make cooking even easier. Here are some common prep-ahead strategies:
🥕 1. Prep Vegetables in Advance
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Wash, peel, and chop vegetables ahead of time (e.g., onions, garlic, bell peppers, carrots).
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Store them in airtight containers in the fridge for easy access when it’s time to cook.
🥩 2. Marinate Proteins Early
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If a recipe includes a marinade (like for chicken or steak), you can start this early — even a few hours ahead for more flavor.
🍚 3. Cook Grains or Pasta Ahead
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Rice, quinoa, or pasta can be cooked earlier in the day and reheated when you’re ready to serve.
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This is great for dishes like bowls or stir-fries.
🧂 4. Mix Sauces or Dressings
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Combine sauce ingredients or make dressings in advance and refrigerate. Many recipes include simple sauces made with pantry items like soy sauce, vinegar, and oil.
🔪 5. Portion and Organize Ingredients
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Lay out ingredients by step in advance so everything is ready when you start cooking (like a mini meal prep station).
đź•’ Tip:
We also offers “Pre-Prepped” meal kits, where some ingredients arrive already chopped, peeled, or portioned — saving you even more time.