BBQ Sausage Skewers With Hello Fresh [AD]

*This is a collaborative post with Hello Fresh. All views and opinions, as always, are my own. 

Hello Fresh is a brand that really needs no introduction. The world’s most popular recipe kit company sold a staggering 280million+ meals last year, and on their mission to provide households with wholesome, homemade meals, you almost definitely know someone who’s enjoying their boxes on the regular. 

I’ve been a regular happy customer over the years, and the process never gets old. It’s a simple concept that’s executed remarkably well. From the excitement of discovering which meals you’ll have to choose from each week, to receiving your box of the finest ingredients, to sitting down to the brand new recipe you’ve just created, there’s joy in every delivery. 

So when Hello Fresh got in touch with me and asked me to recreate one of their recipes here on the blog, I was eager to get stuck straight in. 

My experience cooking Hello Fresh’s BBQ sausage skewers 

Chicken kebab skewers are a favourite in our household that I tend to serve up at least once a week, with some homemade chips and a big bowl of salad. 

After seeing the Hello Fresh recipe for BBQ sausage skewers with cheesy wedges and a rocket salad, I knew that was the one for me, and that it had the potential to make its way on to my weekly meal plans.

I wasn’t disappointed. 

The instructions were crystal clear (even allowing a bit of dedicated time in between prep for washing up!), and most importantly, the results were delicious. 

The sweet and sticky BBQ sauce added tons of flavour to the dish, and was perfectly complemented by the honey dressing on the salad. 

It might sound like an indulgent dinner, and it definitely felt that way. The complete meal came in at 661 calories though, making it compatible with a calorie controlled diet for most people. 

What I loved most was the versatility of this menu choice. It would be equally as good served in the garden during the summer months as it would as a satisfying treat on a cold winter evening. 

 

Five reasons to try Hello Fresh

Thinking about trying the recipe boxes, but not quite sure if they’re for you? Here are five reasons why I recommend them… 

1. There are always healthy options to choose from 

When you select your menu for the week ahead, you’ll be able to see the calorie content of all the options, including an ingredients list. Lighter meals are always included, so if you’re trying to follow a healthier lifestyle, you’re totally in control. Of course, if you think that you deserve an extra special treat – and we all need one of those from time to time – then you’ll also find some more indulgent choices. 

2. The boxes urge you to get creative 

All of us are sometimes guilty of cooking the same handful of recipes on repeat. Even if you start a new week with the best intentions of trying something new, old habits die hard, and you’ll often find yourself going back to your same old dishes. Hello Fresh makes it easy to commit to a promise to try new things, without any of the hassle of trawling through loads of recipe books or spending hours getting everything you need in the supermarket. 

3. You’ll discover new favourites to add to your repertoire 

Thanks to the fact that there’s huge variety in the Hello Fresh recipes that you get to to choose from, you’re bound to discover something that’s right up your street. My best advice when selecting is your dishes is to not be scared to step a little outside your comfort zone. It’s a great way to expand your skills and find dishes that you might not previously have considered. 

4. You’ll cut down on food waste

This is a big one for me, and it’s something that I’m always seeking to improve. As the Hello Fresh boxes come with the exact amounts of the ingredients that you need, there’s no wastage. 

5. There’s tons of flexibility to give you exactly what you need

Got friends coming over for dinner next week? The box sizes are flexible, so you can cater for them too. Planning for a special occasion? The Premium meal options are perfect for when you want to wow. You even have the choice to add desserts, wines, and sides, if you’d like to. You might think that a recipe box could be restrictive, but with Hello Fresh, the opposite of that is true. There’s plenty of freedom to find what’s just perfect for you, your family, and your lifestyle. 

If you’re feeling uninspired in the kitchen, or you just want to save some time whilst eating healthy meals, I’d highly recommend placing an order.