In this post I share with you the “10 meal prep equipment must-haves” I use in my kitchen and recommend. Use this checklist to stock your kitchen for meal prep success.
Meal prep equipment list
Glass Meal Prep Containers
I prefer to use glass food storage containers with air-tight lids. I use a variety of glass containers, including mason jars and Pyrex containers. I’ve also found 3-compartment glass containers on Walmart.com that I think are really great for packing lunches to-go.
- Glass 3-compartment meal prep containers at Walmart.com >
- Pyrex glass storage container set at Walmart.com >
- Shop glass mason jars at Walmart.com >
High Speed Blender
I use a VitaMix brand blender in my meal prep kitchen because I’ve found that this blender is easy to clean, easy to store, and lasts years and years. I have two in my collection, one of which I have owned for about 16 years and it still works very well. I suggest checking eBay for VitaMix blenders, often you can get a great deal on a brand new blender. They also have many second-hand VitaMix blenders that are less expensive.
Pyrex Mixing Bowls & Measuring Cups
I use Pyrex brand mixing bowls and measuring cups. They are inexpensive, easy to clean and store, and are very well designed for meal prep. One of my favorite tools is the 8-cup glass measuring cup which I use to mix batters and doughs. It has a sturdy handle and is big enough to use a hand mixer in it.
- Pyrex 8-cup measuring cup at Walmart.com >
- Pyrex 4-piece measuring cup set at Walmart.com >
- Pyrex mixing bowl sets at Walmart.com >
Bamboo Cutting Boards
I use bamboo cutting boards that are inexpensive and sturdy. I’ve found that bamboo boards last a very long time, are easy to clean and easy to store. I like to purchase a cutting board that is large enough to chop several items without needing additional boards. A large cutting board like the one pictured to left is ideal.
Quality Kitchen Knives
I use Wusthof brand kitchen knives. This was the recommended brand when I was in culinary school and I’ve used them ever since. The steel blade and handle are all one piece so you don’t have to worry about the blade coming off of the handle while chopping. These knives last for years and are easy to sharpen. I’ve found good prices on their basic sets on eBay.
Hand Mixer
I used to have a large Kitchenaid stand mixer however I rarely used it and it took up a lot of space in my kitchen. I decided to donate that mixer and replace it with a hand mixer. Kitchenaid brand is one of my favorite kitchen appliance brands and I’ve had great success with their hand mixer. It’s easy to use, easy to store, lightweight, and super cute. I use this hand mixer to make biscuit dough, cookie dough, and cake batters.
Food Processor
I have a Cuisinart brand food processor and it’s been working for over 10 years. This brand makes very easy-to-clean, easy-to-use food processors that are sturdy and efficient. I use a food processor to make pestos, doughs, shred carrots, potatoes and zucchini, blend baking mixes, and more. It’s a tool I highly recommend having available for quick and easy meal prep.
Stainless Steel Pots & Pans
The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine recommends using stainless steel pots and pans when cooking because heavy metals such as aluminum may be leaching into the cooked food causing serious health issues. I use only stainless steel pots and pans because of this, as well as because these are the easiest to clean and are the best quality. My preferred brand of pots and pans is All-Clad.
Baking Sheets & Parchment Paper
Having a sturdy baking sheet is essential for meal prep. I use baking sheets lined with parchment paper to roast vegetables, bake biscuits and cookies, and more. I haven’t found stainless steel baking sheets that I like so I use an aluminum baking sheet lined with parchment paper as recommended by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. The parchment paper acts as a barrier to the aluminium in the pan.
- Learn more about why I use parchment paper >
- Shop unbleached parchment paper on Walmart.com >
- Shop baking sheets at Walmart.com >
Further Reading
Printables
- Easy Vegan Meal Prep™ Daily Meal Tracker Printable
- 16 Easy Vegan Meals for Kids Printable
- 15-Minute Vegetable Meal Prep Method Printable
Meal Prep Recipes
- Big list of quick vegan meals
- Big list of easy vegan dinners
- VIDEO: Learn how to meal prep vegetables in just 15-minutes
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