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You can order a minimum of 2 servings and a maximum of 4 servings per week.

Blue Apron accepts major credit cards, including American Express, Discover, Mastercard, and Visa. They also accept Apple Pay for a quicker checkout experience.

There's a flat fee for shipping, which is currently $10.99 per delivery for all orders, regardless of the number of servings.

Blue Apron's customer support doesn't offer live chat functionality, but you can reach them through the following methods:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (888) 278-4349 or (646) 891-4349 (Monday through Friday 10 AM - 9 PM ET, Saturday 11 AM -6 PM ET)

They make efforts to be eco-friendly by using recyclable packaging and insulated liners, and have partnered with How2Recycle for clear recycling labels. They also work to reduce waste by optimizing portion sizes and minimizing unnecessary materials. However, some customers still find the packaging excessive.

Yes, Blue Apron offers a "Veggies" category with vegetarian recipes featuring creative combinations of vegetables, legumes, and plant-based proteins. While not strictly vegan, many recipes can be adapted with substitutions like using plant-based milk instead of dairy. Be aware that cross-contamination with animal products might exist, and some recipes may contain eggs or honey.

Prep time varies depending on the recipe's complexity, but most meals can be prepared in 30-45 minutes, with some as fast as 20 minutes. Blue Apron includes estimated prep and cook times on each recipe card. Factors affecting this include the number of ingredients, cooking techniques, and your cooking experience. Blue Apron offers time-saving tips like reading the recipe card beforehand and prepping ingredients in advance (mise en place).