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$9.80 Korean Ginseng Chicken Soup? 6 Healthy Ready-To-Eat Meals To Try At Home

Fuss-free lunches to stock up on at home.

Fuss-free lunches to stock up on at home.

Fuss-free lunches to stock up on at home.

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Phase 2 is well under way, but many of us are still working from home. And let’s face it — the initial thrill of cooking almost every meal has worn off. Dealing with delivery meals daily can also be time-consuming. So we’ve compiled a list of wholesome, ready-to-eat meals to stock up on during your next shopping trip, so you can grab a quick yet nutritious bite even on a busy weekday.

1 of 6 The Rainbow Vegan Pizza, $12.98; feeds three pax

Try this plant-based frozen pizza. It’s slathered with harissa paste, then topped with roast vegetables, Swiss chard and vegan MozzaRisella (cheese made from germinated brown rice). It is also gluten-, dairy- and soy-free and can be easily warmed in the oven. Another vegetarian option to consider: Eggplant Parmigiana ($15.98; feeds three pax) — think lasagna-ish eggplant, layered with tomato sauce and parmesan cheese.

Available at Little Farms outlets or via delivery (free with minimum spend of $100; otherwise it costs $14.98) here: https://littlefarms.com/

Photo: The White Rabbit

2 of 6 Marks & Spencer’s Veg Pots, from $9.90; feeds one to two pax

Marks & Spencer has launched a line of 14 healthy ready-to-eat meals that’s convenient to heat up and consume. Each of these veg pots (which has a shelf life of four days) comes layered with colourful veggies that also contains noodles, pasta or rice. The Vibrant & Zingy One ($12.90) is a sharing pot for two, it stars butternut, avocado, mixed grains and a zesty lemon dressing. Or The Roasted One ($9.90) for one pax, with garlic roasted veggies and rice, together with rosemary and tomato sauce.

Available at Marks & Spencer outlets in Wheelock Place, VivoCity, Parkway Parade & One Raffles Place, while stocks last.

Photo: Marks & Spencer

3 of 6 The Soup Spoon’s Samgyetang, $9.80 for 500g; feeds two pax

You can now enjoying a steaming hot bowl of Korean ginseng chicken soup (samgyetang) anytime. This take-home packet version by The Soup Spoon comprises nutritious ingredients such as carrots, red dates, gingko nuts, chestnuts, mushrooms, ginseng, wolfberries and chicken chunks. Store this in the chiller and consume within three days after opening.

Order takeaway or via delivery (minimum spend of $80 for free delivery; otherwise it costs $25) here: http://www.thesoupspoon.com/estore-order/

Photo: The Soup Spoon

4 of 6 Chef-in-box’s 4 Treasure Fish Maw Soup, $10.80 for 400g; feeds one pax

Chef-in-box has a pretty wide range of ready-to-eat meals for your selection via vending machines dotted around the island, from a simple mac and cheese to even cooking kits. But interestingly, they can also deliver their food to your doorstep. This wholesome Chinese-style soup features crabmeat, mushrooms, scallops and of course, fish maw. Can be stored in the freezer and heated up via steaming, boiling or microwaving.

Order via delivery (free with minimum spend of $29.90; otherwise it costs $7) here: https://chefinbox.com.sg/

Photo: Chef-in-box

5 of 6 Shake Salad’s Cauliflower Rice Bowl With Sauteed Mushrooms, $8.90; feeds one pax

Shake Salad specialises in prepackaged salads that are convenient to eat and can last in your fridge for up to four days. They are available via vending machines or online ordering platform, Oddle. Their cauliflower rice bowl is a low-carb option with cherry tomatoes, baby corn, pumpkin seeds and parmesan cheese, topped with sautéed mushrooms. All dressed in honey mustard. Aside from salads, there are also sandwiches, fruit cups and yoghurt to complete your healthy meal.

Order via delivery (free with minimum spend of $30) here: https://shakesalad.oddle.me/en_SG

Photo: Shake Salad

6 of 6 Grand Hyatt’s Organic Vegetable Salad, $25 for 1kg; feeds four to six pax

Aside from its good-value $10 takeaway meals (which recently increased to $12), Grand Hyatt also offers a variety of sharing plates. Such as this large salad, which includes veggies like carrots, radish, kale with sunflower and pumpkin seeds. The greens are specially sourced from organic farm Weeds & More, in Cameron Highlands. A pack of house-made balsamic dressing is also provided. To be consumed within three days.

Order two hours in advance for self-collection at hotel lobby or via delivery (minimum spend of $300 for free island-wide delivery; otherwise it costs $20) here: https://store.grandhyattsingapore.com/

Photo: Grand Hyatt Singapore

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