Gousto Meals Boxes for One Person

Whether you’re living alone, working odd hours, or just fancy a quiet dinner for one, Gousto’s meals for one person make dinner time stress-free, delicious and easy to fit around your schedule.

With flexible box sizes from 1 to 5 people, over 500 recipes to choose from every month and easy-to-follow recipe cards, solo dining has never been easier. Plus, each box is packed with fresh, pre-measured ingredients, which help you cut down on food waste.

Why choose Gousto for one-person meals?

Let’s face it, cooking for one can feel like a chore. You end up buying spices you don’t need and eating leftovers for days.

That’s where Gousto comes in.

With Gousto, cooking for one person means:

– Pre-measured Ingredients
No more half-used herbs or awkward amounts of cream cheese.

– Fuss-free Recipes
Easy to follow, and totally doable – even on a busy Tuesday night.

– Done with Waste
Just the right portions, every time.

– Cost-conscious
Solo doesn’t have to mean spendy. Prices start from just £3.20 per serving.

– Flexible boxes
Plans that fit you, not the other way around.

Plus, you get the joy of cooking something just for you, without the hassle.

What kind of one-person recipes can I make with Gousto?

From speedy 10-minute meals to hearty one-pot stews and global showstoppers, Gousto’s menu is bursting with dishes that are perfect for solo diners. Plant-based, healthier options, or full-on comfort food, there’s something for everyone.

These dinner winners are quick to make and easy to love.

Let the oven do the work with barely any prep.

If you have a vegetarian diet, these quick and easy dishes are for you!

Our tasty gluten-free recipes put a delicious twist on old classics.

Try a new cuisine every week

10-Minute Spicy Chorizo & Cherry Tomato Spaghetti

This fiery spaghetti proves that quick doesn’t mean compromise. Juicy cherry tomatoes meet smoky chorizo for a dish that’s bold, rich, and ready before you can say pasta night.

Tangy Plant-Based Pad Thai

Crisp veg, zingy sauce, and all the slurpable satisfaction — this plant-based Pad Thai brings the heat and freshness you crave, minus the meat.

Spiced Chicken With Herby Bulgur 

Tender chicken meets fragrant spices and zesty bulgur in this light, flavour-packed dish. It’s fresh, filling, and perfect for a midweek energy boost.

Butter Chicken With Coriander Rice

A creamy, comforting classic made easy. This butter chicken is rich in flavour, perfectly spiced, and pairs beautifully with fluffy coriander rice. Curry night just got a Gousto upgrade.

Craving something else? Browse the Gousto Cookbook for even more delicious inspiration.

All the benefits of a one-person delivery box

FAQ’s about Gousto meals for one

Can you have Gousto for one person?

Gousto now offers recipe boxes designed specifically for one-person households. Just choose your meals, select the 1-person box, and you’re sorted.

What are some good meals for a single person?

With Gousto, you’re spoilt for choice. Think comforting pasta, speedy stir-fries, hearty soups, protein-packed salads and more. You can browse this week’s menu by category to find your perfect meal.

Is a food box worth it if I live alone?

A food box can be worth it if you live alone as it takes the stress out of mealtimes. Gousto makes it easy to choose dinner when you’re in a hurry and don’t have time to decide what to cook for one person. Our portion sizes are also made for one, so nothing goes to waste.

Can I switch from a bigger box to a one-person box?

Absolutely you can switch from a bigger box to a one-person box. Just head to the website or the app to manage your account settings and adjust your box size – easy peasy.

How much are Gousto meals for one person?

A box for 1 person, with 5 recipes inside, costs £36.99 (excluding delivery). You can order fewer recipes for the week, which will decrease the cost of your box.

New customers can also get a great deal; 50% OFF your first box, 40% OFF your second and 20% OFF all other boxes for two whole months.

Find more information on our box prices page.

Order your Gousto food box for one today

Gousto’s food boxes are designed to make your life easier and more delicious when you’re cooking for one person.

No more bulk buying, no more boring meals and no more waste. Just fresh, perfectly portioned ingredients and exciting recipes that fit your lifestyle.

Compared to other food delivery boxes, Gousto gives you:

•  Better value per portion
•  Bigger recipe variety
•  Flexible box sizes for 1 to 5 people

^{*£3.20 Based on price per portion on a 5 x 4 subscription box. Excl. £3.99 delivery fee & surcharges. £1.60 based on new customer price per portion on a 5 x 4 subscription box. Excl. surcharges.}