The U.S. meal kit market is expected to hit $5.50 billion by 2023, which should come as no surprise as more people start to favor the convenience of online grocery. However, as this space continues to grow, it also poses huge risks.
For example, in January 2019, both Hello Fresh and Chefs Plate had meal kits recalled for Salmonella risks. And as the chain of ingredient suppliers continues to expand globally, food recalls show no signs of slowing—having doubled over the past 3 years.