Zest Prep

02/07/2026

Exciting news! I've spent the last few weeks thinking about the future for this business and why I started it in the first place. I wanted to create a tool that would take away the stress of grocery shopping and motivate everyone to spend more time in the kitchen, ultimately saving people money and time.

If I'm being a little vulnerable here, growing the userbase has been challenging for me. Maybe it's the marketing, maybe it's not a tool that interests people, and maybe it's because people don't want to add yet ANOTHER subscription.

With all that in mind, I'm excited to announce that Zest Prep is now available for EVERYONE for FREE! No strings attached.

If you're interested in trying it out, create an account today and start building your recipe catalogue and planning your next grocery trip in minutes at www.zestprep.io

08/16/2025

07/21/2025

This week's meal plan focuses on simple, balanced meals using fresh ingredients you’ll actually use up. Here’s what we’re cooking:

Quiche
Yogurt Parfaits
Mexican Salad
Chicken Stir-Fry
Greek Sheet Pan Chicken Dinner
Butter Chicken

Want to make meal plans like this in seconds, complete with organized grocery lists? Check out www.zestprep.io. You can try it free for 14 days and see how easy meal planning can be.

Grocery List:

Produce

Avocado – 1
Baby carrots – 1/2 cup
Berries – 1 1/2 cups
Broccoli – 2 cups
Cherry tomatoes – 1 cup
Cucumber – 1
Garlic – ~7 cloves
Ginger – 2 tsp
Green onion – 3 tbsp
Lemon – 1
Parsley – 1 bunch
Cilantro – 1 bunch
Red bell pepper – 2 1/2
Yellow bell pepper – 1/2
Red onions – 2 1/2
Radishes – 1 bunch
Romaine lettuce – 1 head
Zucchini – 1
Sweet corn – 2 ears

Meat & Dairy

Chicken breast – 2 1/2 lbs
Chicken thighs – 6 pieces
Ham – 1 cup
Eggs – 6
Cheddar cheese – 1 1/2 cups
Feta cheese – 1/4 cup
Pepper jack cheese – 1 cup
Greek yogurt – 2 cups
Heavy cream – 3 cups
Milk – 3/4 cup
Butter – 1 cup
Pie crust – 1

Canned & Jarred Goods

Tomato sauce – 15 oz
Chicken broth – 1/4 cup
Black beans – 1 can
Salsa – 1/4 cup

Pantry & Dry Goods

Granola – 1/2 cup
Olive oil – 2 tbsp
Vegetable oil – 2 tbsp
Toasted sesame oil – 1 tbsp
Cornstarch – 1 tbsp
Soy sauce – 3 tbsp
Honey – 1/4 cup
Dijon mustard – 1 tsp

Spices & Seasonings

Salt – 2 3/4 tsp
Black pepper – 1/4 tsp
Crushed red pepper flakes – 1/2 tsp
Cayenne pepper – 1 tsp
Oregano – 2 tsp
Thyme – 1 tsp
Garam masala – 1 tsp
Tandoori masala – 2 tbsp
Taco seasoning – 2 tbsp

07/16/2025

This meal is such a delicious vegetarian option for a warm summer night! Find recipes like this in the community recipe gallery using the Zest Prep app. Right now, we're offering a 14-day free trial for new users to make sure it's the right fit for your family!

07/15/2025

Brit is an amazing cook, even if she forgot the chicken 😆
Loving this summer weather and dinners on the deck!

07/11/2025

Here’s what’s on the menu this week! Five delicious meals that use overlapping ingredients to help cut down on food waste and grocery costs. Full grocery list is below, and you can find each recipe at the bottom of the post.

This week’s meals:

Honey Garlic Chicken:
https://www.budgetbytes.com/honey-garlic-chicken/

Greek Goddess Bowls:
https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/greek-goddess-bulgur-bowls-60f82c99f44d1124371b0972

Homemade Hummus:
https://downshiftology.com/recipes/3-minute-hummus/ -recipe-container-33915

Silky Sicilian Mushroom Penne:
https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/silky-sicilian-mushroom-penne-5e39c13ff1e8243dda35c94f

Easy Quiche:
https://www.spendwithpennies.com/easy-quiche-recipe/ -recipe-container-134487

Full Grocery List

Pantry & Dry Goods

Couscous – 1 cup

Penne pasta – 12 oz

Chickpeas – 3 cans (26 4/5 oz total)

Cornstarch – 1 tbsp

Italian seasoning – 2 tsp

Garlic powder – 1/2 tsp

Harissa powder – 2 tbsp

Cumin – 1 tsp

Salt – 3/4 tsp

Black pepper – 1/4 tsp

Soy sauce – 2 tbsp

Honey – 1/3 cup

Sriracha – 1 tsp

Tahini – 1/2 cup

Toasted sesame oil – 2 tsp

Rice vinegar – ~2 1/16 cups

Chicken stock concentrate – 2 tbsp

Greek vinaigrette – 3 oz

Produce

Garlic – 6 cloves

Shallots – 2

Lemons – 4

Roma tomatoes – 2

Grape tomatoes – 8 oz

Cucumber – 2

Zucchini – 2

Chives – 1/2 oz

Dill – 1/4 oz

Green onion – 2 pieces (or 3 tbsp chopped)

Mushrooms – 8 oz

Refrigerated/Dairy

Butter – 2 tbsp

Cheddar cheese – 1 1/2 cups

Feta cheese – 1 cup

Parmesan cheese – 1/2 cup

Sour cream – 1/2 cup

Milk – 3/4 cup

Eggs – 6

Pie crust – 1 piece

Ham – 1 cup

Protein

Chicken breast – 2 lbs

Prepared Foods

Hummus – 1 cup

This Easy Quiche Recipe starts with a premade pie crust (your secret!)! Loaded with ham, cheese and green onions, it's the perfect easy breakfast or dinner!

05/17/2025

Hello everyone! Get a sneak peek at the Zest Pantry app with this walkthrough video and see what all the excitement is about! You can sign up today to be a beta tester at www.zestprep.io for just $10 and receive a lifetime 50% membership discount after launch this June.

All feedback and feature suggestions can be submitted directly in the app via the report bug form, or you can email me at [email protected]. I'd love to hear from you!

04/23/2025

Zest Prep just got a major upgrade.

Our biggest update yet is here, and it's all about helping you build the ultimate recipe collection together!

What’s new:
• Share your favorite recipes to the public recipe page
• Rate and review recipes from the community
• Import and customize recipes to make them your own
• Grow your recipe collection faster than ever

Whether you're new to meal planning or a Zest Pantry pro, this update makes it easier than ever to explore, create, and connect.

Check out the update now at www.ZestPrep.io

04/11/2025

Introducing Dark Mode on Zest Pantry
Planning meals just got smoother.

Whether you're cooking late at night or simply prefer a sleek, modern look, Dark Mode is here to enhance your Zest Pantry experience. Browse recipes, organize your staples, and build your meal plan, all with less eye strain and more style.

Sign up to be a beta tester today at www.zestprep.io

04/05/2025

Zest Pantry has a fresh new look!

Starting today, your go-to meal planning platform has been completely redesigned. We’ve made it easier (and tastier) than ever to organize your recipes, plan your week, and simplify your grocery shopping all in one place.

Explore the new layout, updated features, and smoother experience now at zestprep.io

Your kitchen just got a serious upgrade.