The WECO Philosophy on Health and Nutrition
We think people are happier and healthier when they eat at wholesome, quality, nutrient-dense food that is locally grown, seasonally harvested, and consumed in a less-stressful, relaxed way. We believe this is as important as specific metrics like calorie counts or macronutrient ratios, which we always strive to keep within a healthy range.
Nutritional Guidelines
WECO meals aren't "diet" food but they are healthy and dense with nutrients. Our meals generally fall within the following nutritional guidelines per serving:
Full Dinners: WECO’s full dinners are complete with a protein, at least one vegetable side, starch, and accompaniments, and range from 350 - 800 calories per serving. The average full dinner is 475 calories per serving, with 30 grams of protein per serving.
Salads: WECO’s salads are meant to serve as a full meal for lunch, or a lighter dinner, and average 270 calories per serving.
Sides (Protein): WECO’s protein sides contain 4–8 ounces of protein per serving and are often served with a light accompaniment like a gremolata or aioli. The average protein side has 250 calories.
Sides (Veggie or Starch): Sides consist of vegetables or starch, usually served with a light accompaniment like a sauce or drizzle. The average vegetable or starch side has 110 calories.
Kids Meals: WECO’s kids dinners are complete with a protein, vegetable side, and starch. They make a great dinner for kids, or a lunch for an adult. The average kids meal is 340 calories per serving.
Breakfasts: Breakfasts range from high protein egg bites to more comforting, wholesome items like overnight oats with almonds. The average breakfast has around 190 calories.
Desserts: WECO’s desserts are always delicious and sometimes downright decadent, but average only <230 calories per serving.
Want to reduce the caloric intake for any of these meals? We package most sauces, dressings, and accompaniments separately so you can use them more sparingly.
How WECO Makes You Healthier
At WECO, we know that between school, sports, work, and a million other things, who has time to worry about dinner? Let us worry about getting a healthy and wholesome dinner on the table so you can focus on what truly matters.
Less Stress: WECO ensures you always have wholesome, nutrient-dense, delicious meals on hand that heat up in just minutes. You'll never have to worry about what's for dinner! Enjoy the energy boost from knowing such an important task is conveniently solved.
More Time For Togetherness or Yourself: Mental health is as important as physical health. WECO allows you to breathe a little easier and enjoy a few well-deserved nights off, whether to spend with your family or for some much-needed personal time. We believe that gathering around a wholesome meal and taking time to reconnect can help alleviate some of the mental health challenges in our society today.
Balanced Nutrition: WECO delivers complete dinners that usually come with a protein, starch, and vegetable. This useful shortcut ensures a well-rounded meal that you didn't have to plan for, shop for, or cook.
Effortless, Curated Meals: A WECO delivery offers a curated assortment of wholesome, healthy dinners, lunches, snacks, and more, pleasing the whole family with no shopping, cooking, or prep necessary. A WECO subscription puts your whole household on track to always have the quality food you deserve when you need it!
Learn more here about how we source ingredients and the values we prioritize.
Sourcing Philosophy & Principles
Making the right decisions can be tough. Every choice seems to involve ethical or health tradeoffs. We crave fast dinners, but that often means unhealthy, processed food. And while skipping grocery shopping or farm stands saves time, it can mean supporting damaging industrial agricultural practices that harm our environment, animals, and people.
At WECO, we make meals that are epically delicious and guilt-free. They're nutrient dense, quick to heat and eat, and ethically and sustainably produced.
Here's the WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, and HOW of our sourcing philosophy and practices.
Who
As a purpose-driven brand, we aim to source most of our food from farmers and purveyors who share our values and ethos.
Personal Relationships: We build personal relationships with our suppliers, preferring connections built on trust and shared values rather than solely transactional ones.
Independent Businesses: We prioritize independently owned businesses over public companies, recognizing their commitment to community and sustainability over shareholder interests
Here are a just a few great examples of partnerships we’ve fostered:
Local Farms: We partner with Applefield Farms in Stow, MA, a family-run farm that has upheld organic practices for over forty years. Applefield never uses synthetic fertilizers or pesticides, and we feel privileged to be the caretakers of 25 acres of protected, agriculturally zoned farmland.
Fresh Lettuce: Most of our lettuce is sourced from Little Leaf Farms, a local business that has developed a modern system for growing the freshest non-GMO project-verified, pesticide-free lettuce year-round.
Sustainable Seafood: Our seafood is sourced from two trusted providers known for their commitment to quality and sustainability:
Seawitch, owned by chef Chris Basile and his son, operates locally from the Boston Fish Pier. Chris personally oversees the inspection of each catch to ensure top quality.
Foley Fish, a third-generation family-owned business, adheres to rigorous sustainability standards. They harvest every species by strict fishery management measures, certified by authorities such as the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC), Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP), and Gulf of Maine Research Institute (GMRI).
Pita Bread: Angel Bakeries, a family-owned business in New Jersey since 1927, supplies our oil-free, chemical-free pita bread.
Corn Tortillas: Cinco De Mayo Tortillas, founded by Mexican immigrants Jose Luis and Paula Chino in Chelsea, MA, supplies our corn tortillas.
Artisan Pasta: Deano’s in Somerville, MA, a fourth-generation pasta maker since 1947, crafts our artisan noodles.
Guest Chef Program: We are also proud to work with many up-and-coming local chefs through our Guest Chef Program, to bring a diversity of culinary voices to the table. We partner with BIPOC, female, and LGBTQ+ chefs to highlight and celebrate underrepresented talent.
When & Where
Our menus use local, seasonal harvests from Northeast farms, reducing environmental impact and ensuring fresher meals. This approach supports local economies, sustainability, and culinary excellence in every dish.
We prioritize sourcing locally within our community, guided by these principles:
Supporting local farmers and communities
Serving freshly made and handcrafted food
Considering seasonality and availability
Choosing domestic products over imported ones (while still importing some delicious specialties)
Our approach ensures that every dish we deliver reflects our commitment to supporting local economies, sustainability, and culinary excellence.
What
We prioritize sourcing meat and dairy products from humane and sustainable farmers. Not only is it the right thing to do, but pasture-raised meat and heritage breeds taste better because of natural diets and environments. All our meats are non-GMO and free from antibiotics.
We focus on sourcing cage-free poultry and traceable eggs, ensuring they are antibiotic-free and free from added growth hormones.
We aim to source pasture-raised and traceable beef, lamb, and pork raised without antibiotics or added growth hormones and by ranchers who adhere to humane practices.
Our seafood partners adhere to the highest sustainability standards, harvesting species following strict fishery management measures.
How
The combination of delicious flavors and healthy choices is at the heart of our kitchen philosophy.
We believe in full transparency. Every dish on our order form lists all ingredients, so you can always see what goes into the food you enjoy.
We mainly use avocado oil for its high smoke point and heart-healthy fats, enhancing our meals' nutrition. We also use olive or canola oil for specific dishes.
For most dishes requiring flour, we use Original Sunshine-certified gluten-free flour, a unique wheat-based, gluten-free option. Made from regeneratively farmed, non-GMO, unbleached gluten-free wheat starch, it undergoes a washing process to remove gluten to well under 20 parts per million.
Learn more about our standards on health and nutrition here.