An Imperfect Produce Review + Coupon Code for You -- Plus, 5 Tips for Perfect Kale Chips!

There is a smarter way to approach imperfect produce coupon code, and it starts with knowing a few key details. This guide covers them, along with tips you can apply immediately.

Key Takeaways

• All opinions here, though, are my own.
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• Talk about "real food meets real life" -- Imperfect delivers farm-fresh produce straight to your door.
• My Imperfect Produce Review What is Imperfect Produce?

Tips That Make a Difference

I'm so excited to have the chance to review Imperfect Produce for you this week -- I've been intrigued by their business model, and (probably like numerous of you...) curious about just how "imperfect" their produce is. Worth noting: read on for the full Imperfect Produce review, how it works, my pointers and caveats on the service, and a bonus homemade kale chips recipe -- but if you just can't wait, sign on up and apply Imperfect Produce coupon code mashup for 50% off your first box.

• Imperfect Produce is a produce delivery company that sources "ugly" produce straight from farms.
• Their mission is to prevent perfectly solid produce with cosmetic defects from going to waste since it doesn't meet grocery store standards, then delivering that produce to your door for 30-50% less than grocery store prices.
• More importantly, how does Imperfect Produce work?
• Imperfect offers a variety of produce boxes to fit your your requires.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Pick conventional or organic, all veggies or mixed fruit and veggies, and the size of box you'd prefer. As you go through to customize your box, they'll let you know what each item's "imperfection" is, and where each type of produce originates.

• Remember that defects can range from an item's size, to its shape, to outside blemishes, to discoloration, to simply a surplus of a given produce item.
• How much does Imperfect Produce cost?
• The price of your box will vary depending on the size of the box and the specific types of produce you pick to include each week.
• Here I initially chose a "medium" box, but ended up adding more produce to it and changing out some conventional for organic while customizing my delivery. (More on customization,  below.) Note that there is also a $4.99 flat delivery fee per box.

Is Imperfect Produce Coupon Code Worth It?

As a rule, you can pick how frequently you'd like to receive produce from Imperfect -- weekly, biweekly, monthly -- and can skip a delivery at any time. (Apply Imperfect Produce coupon code mashup for 50% off your first box!) How Imperfect is this produce, anyway? Most of the produce I received in this first Imperfect Produce box was actually fairly perfect!

• A couple of the apples and the broccoli had a few little spots, but nothing unlike what I'd see at my local produce market; the potatoes ran small, but who cares; the pears were hard, but pears are consistently hard and that's nothing a little counter time in a paper bag didn't fix.
• The organic rainbow carrots, curly green kale, onions, organic purple garlic, organic ginger, eggplant, organic leaf lettuce, and red cabbage?
• In short, all pretty darn perfect!
• And, everything we've tasted so far has been excellent.

Where the Real Savings Hide

Out of this entire box, the only items I wouldn't have picked up for myself in the store were the avocados  small and unripe) and one of the organic lemons (browned and a little squishy on the bottom). They're usable, but... dare I say... imperfect.

• Worth noting: update: You know what's interesting?
• Although I wouldn't have picked these avocados, after they ripened up on my counter they were some of the best I've ever had -- despite their smallness. 🙂 How fresh is this produce?
• Well, my box was fresh enough that it actually sported a bee inside...
• Insects aside, though, everything in my box was fresh and lovely; I have no complaints about taste or quality.

A Closer Look at Imperfect Produce Coupon Code

More importantly, is Imperfect Produce worth it? You're paying a bit for convenience here with that $4.99 delivery fee, but I was actually pleasantly surprised with the amount, quality, and variety of produce I received.

• I generally spend $30+ a week on produce anyway between a couple of different stores, and the convenience of it coming right to my door couldn't be beat.
• Everything here was fresh, numerous items were fairly local, and some of the produce in my box was organic.
• Remember that my box here ended up at $24.23 -- plus that $4.99 delivery fee, for a bit over $29 delivered.
• Could I have found the same items slightly cheaper?

What to Know About Imperfect Produce Coupon Code

Possibly, but not without going to multiple stores (including my local produce market where the apples etc. would have been equally imperfect) -- so weigh the savings in your time and gas money against the ease and convenience here. And, if (unlike me) you generally one-stop-shop at a large national grocery chain rather than bopping near between smaller stores to save on produce, Imperfect will likely be cheaper for you.

• As a rule, what should you be aware of?
• If you're looking into Imperfect Produce for yourself, here are just a few aspects to be aware of.
• All the produce comes loose in one box The only wrapped item in my box was organic ginger (which I appreciated!); the above photo demonstrates exactly how the box looked when I opened it.
• While Imperfect Produce did include a handy produce storage guide, they suggested that several items (such as the kale and leaf lettuce) be refrigerated in plastic bags -- which left me scrambling near the house trying to scrounge up bags for storage.

How Imperfect Produce Coupon Code Really Works

In short, i love that there's highly little waste here, but something to be aware of. The delivery window is long My delivery window here was 3:00-10:00 PM, and the box was delivered sometime when I was out of the house in the evening.

• This worked out fine, but you might end up with some wilted produce if your box sits out for hours on a hot day, or frozen produce in the winter.
• Note that they do text you when your box is on the method, and again when it's delivered, so if someone is home you can be sure to bring it inside right away.
• Worth noting: you have just two days to customize your box Update -- This has now changed!
• My Imperfect delivery day is Wednesday, and Imperfect Produce emailed me the Thursday before with a reminder to customize my box.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I save money on imperfect produce coupon code?

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Usually yes. Imperfect Produce is a produce delivery company that sources "ugly" produce straight from farms.

What should I check before buying?

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Smart Ways to Save More on Imperfect Produce Coupon Code

• Leave items in your cart for a day; some stores send a follow up discount.
• Pair cashback with a coupon so you save twice on the same order.
• Stack a coupon code with an existing sale whenever the store allows it.
• Sign up for the retailer newsletter to catch first time and seasonal discounts.
• Compare the final price including shipping, not just the headline number.

Final Thoughts

Put these ideas to work and imperfect produce coupon code gets a lot less expensive. Bookmark this page, check back for fresh deals, and let the savings do the talking.

Originally published at mashupmom.com.