MIND Diet Meal Service Menu Options

Supporting brain health, especially for older adults, starts with what’s on your plate. Our MIND diet-friendly personal chef service is designed to provide tailored, home-cooked meals that nourish the brain, promote cognitive wellness, and support long-term independence.

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Brain-Friendly Menus Designed for the MIND Diet

For older adults, proper nutrition plays a key role in maintaining brain health and reducing the risk of cognitive decline. Factors like poor diet, inflammation, and nutrient deficiencies have been linked to memory loss and age-related cognitive changes. Research suggests that focusing on nutrient-rich, brain-supportive foods—rather than just calorie control—can help preserve mental sharpness and prevent frailty as we age.

The good news is that the right nutrition can help support brain function, enhance memory, and promote long-term cognitive wellness.

Kelsey - Chefs for Seniors registered dietician

Meals Dietitian Reviewed & Approved

At Chefs For Seniors, we believe food is medicine—and the right meals can make all the difference in managing your health. Nutritious meals have been clinically proven to help prevent, manage, and even reverse the effects of chronic conditions.

Prepared in your home by a personal chef, each meal is crafted with care using fresh, wholesome ingredients. To ensure quality and nutritional integrity, our recipes are reviewed by our Registered Dietitian, Kelsey Butler, RD. You’ll have peace of mind knowing your meals are both delicious and backed by expert guidance.

Chefs For Seniors provides a personalized in-home meal preparation service, and our menus are fully customized based on individual client preferences and needs. While we offer menu options that align with certain dietary patterns, we do not guarantee that any meal or menu will meet specific medical, nutritional, or dietary requirements. Clients with medical conditions or strict dietary needs should consult with a qualified healthcare provider or registered dietitian before relying on our service to meet those requirements.

We Are Happy to Work with Caregivers and Case Managers

Whether you’re inquiring for yourself, a loved one or a client, we want to hear from you! Here’s how to get started:

  • Contact Us

    Find your local Chefs for Seniors office to get your questions answered and get a meal plan that fits your needs and budget.

  • Select Meals

    Meet with the personal chef to go over your clients dietary restrictions and meal preferences. Your client or family member can select their weekly meals or you can help them!

  • Get Meals Made at Home!

    Your personal chef will come to your client’s or loved one’s home to prepare fresh, healthy meals for the week – all in ~2 hours!

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More Meals Tailored to Your Health Needs

Kidney Friendly

Supporting individuals with a need for renal-friendly diets.

Low Sodium

Meals with less sodium to support heart health without sacrificing taste.

Vegetarian

Supporting meatless options free from pork, beef, poultry and fish.

Mediterranean Diet

A heart-healthy eating pattern rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, olive oil, and lean proteins.

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MIND Diet & Brain Health Meal Examples

A warm, broth based vegetable-packed soup with white beans and topped with Parmesan cheese.

Average Servings: 4

Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | Vegetarian | MIND Diet | Soft

Ingredients: onion, garlic, carrot, celery, thyme, chicken or vegetable stock, tomatoes, white beans, spinach, Parmesan cheese, bay leaf (optional)

Hearty lentils in a stew featuring sweet potatoes, kale, ginger, and coconut milk. Served with rice.

Average Servings: 4

Vegetarian | Low Sodium | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet | Soft

Ingredients: red lentils, onion, sweet potatoes, coconut milk, kale, garlic, coriander, cumin, turmeric, ginger, vegetable or chicken stock, cilantro (optional)

Lemon and herb marinated salmon served with tomato, cucumber and feta cheese. Served with quinoa.

Average Servings: 2

Low Sodium | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet

Ingredients: salmon, cucumber, tomato, feta, lemon, quinoa

Salmon filet served with fennel, olives and lemon. Served with white rice.

Average Servings: 2

Low Sodium | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet | Soft

Ingredients: salmon, fennel, onion, lemon, green olives, vegetable or chicken stock, rice

Chicken meatballs with grated zucchini and feta cheese dressing. Served with quinoa and sautéed zucchini.

Average Servings: 3

Diabetic Friendly | Low Sodium | Mediterranean Diet | Soft | MIND Diet

Ingredients: ground chicken, zucchini, panko breadcrumbs, shallot, fresh herbs, cumin, olive oil, lemon juice, feta cheese, quinoa

Salmon fillet with a citrus-soy glaze. Served with quinoa and sautéed green beans.

Average Servings: 2

Diabetic Friendly | Low Sodium | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet | Soft

Ingredients: salmon, orange juice, lemon juice, honey or brown sugar, garlic, butter, quinoa, green beans

Tender shrimp and seasonal veggies in a savory coconut and Thai curry broth. Served with brown rice.

Average Servings: 2

Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet

Ingredients: shrimp, coconut milk, red or yellow curry paste, green onions, ginger, garlic, lime, tamari or coconut aminos, brown sugar or honey, basil, assorted vegetables, brown rice

Classic meat sauce made with ground beef, served over spaghetti squash.

Average Servings: 2

Diabetic Friendly 

Ingredients:  spaghetti squash, onion, carrot, celery, garlic, thyme or basil, ground beef, olive oil, marinara sauce, Parmesan cheese

Roasted eggplant, shallots, and garlic mixed with fresh parsley, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and paprika. Served cold with pita.

Average Servings: 4

Low Sodium | Vegetarian | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | Kidney Friendly | MIND Diet | Soft

Ingredients: eggplant, garlic, parsley, shallots, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, paprika, pita or pita chips

Healthy summertime soup with fresh tomatoes, cucumber, onion, garlic, and vinegar. Served chilled.

Average Servings: 4

Vegetarian | Diabetic Friendly | Low Sodium | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet | Soft

Ingredients: tomatoes, tomato juice, cucumber, onion, olive oil, red wine vinegar or lemon juice, garlic

Chickpeas with snow peas, bell pepper, onion, garlic, coconut milk, and milk curry powder. Served over brown rice.

Average Servings: 3

Vegetarian | Low Sodium | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | Kidney Friendly | MIND Diet | Soft

Ingredients: chickpeas, coconut milk, mild curry powder, onion, garlic, snow peas, bell pepper, lime, brown rice

Balsamic glazed salmon fillet, served sauteed fresh spinach and yellow squash.

Average Servings: 2

Diabetic Friendly | Low Sodium | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet | Soft

Ingredients: Salmon, balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic

A roasted veggie salad with tomato, onion, broccoli, and zucchini. Served with a lemon dill dressing, quinoa, spinach, and hummus.

Average Servings: 2

Vegetarian | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet

Ingredients: tomatoes, onion, broccoli, zucchini, quinoa, spinach, hummus, lemon, dill, garlic, olive oil

Mild Jamaican jerk seasoned chicken served with a pineapple black bean salsa and rice.

Average Servings: 3

Low Sodium | Diabetic-Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet

Ingredients: Chicken breasts, jerk seasoning, lime juice, cilantro, black beans, pineapple, green onions, rice

Salmon fillet glazed with honey and soy sauce. Served with sautéed yellow squash and spinach.

Average Servings: 2

Low Sodium | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet | Soft

Ingredients: Salmon, honey, tamari or coconut aminos, lemon, garlic, yellow squash, spinach

Seasonal veggies stir-fried with an Asian-inspired sauce and served with brown rice.

Average Servings: 2

Vegetarian | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | Kidney Friendly | MIND Diet

Ingredients: broccoli, snow peas, carrots, green beans, garlic, ginger, onion, corn starch, tamari or coconut aminos, sesame oil, brown rice

Chicken breast served with a summery lemon sauce and fresh parsley. Served with sautéed zucchini & yellow squash.

Average Servings: 2

Low Sodium | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | Kidney Friendly | MIND Diet

Ingredients: Chicken breasts, lemon, flour, chicken or vegetable stock, garlic, fresh parsley, zucchini, yellow squash

Hearty soup with potatoes, green beans, corn, tomatoes, and pearled barley.

Average Servings: 4

Vegetarian | Diabetic Friendly | MIND Diet | Mediterranean Diet

Ingredients: Russet potato, barley, garlic, carrots, green beans, lemon, corn, diced tomatoes, chicken stock, Italian seasoning

Black beans, bell pepper, red onion, lime juice, corn, cumin, and olive oil mixed with quinoa.

Average Servings: 4

Diabetic Friendly | Low Sodium | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet | Vegetarian

Ingredients: Quinoa, bell pepper, red onion, black beans, corn, lime juice, cumin, olive oil

Roasted cauliflower pureed with northern beans, fresh thyme, lemon, garlic, and olive oil. Served with pita for dipping.

Average Servings: 4

Low Sodium | Vegetarian | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet | Soft

Ingredients: Cauliflower, northern beans, thyme, lemon, garlic, olive oil

Fresh vegetable soup with leeks, potatoes, carrots, green beans, corn, tomatoes, and Italian herbs.

Average Servings: 4

Vegetarian | Diabetic Friendly | MIND Diet | Soft

Ingredients: Leek, potatoes, carrots, green beans, corn, tomatoes, Italian herbs, lemon, chicken stock

Healthy vegetarian stew with lentils, cauliflower, tomatoes, and mild spices.

Average Servings: 4

Vegetarian | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet | Soft

Ingredients: Brown lentils, onion, cauliflower, tomatoes, celery, garlic, diced tomatoes, chicken stock, cumin, cinnamon, turmeric

Albacore tuna tossed with cannellini beans, Roma tomatoes, Italian seasoning, fresh parsley, lemon juice, and olive oil.

Average Servings: 4

Low Sodium | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet | Soft

Ingredients: Canned albacore tuna, garlic, white beans, tomatoes, Italian seasoning, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil

Eggplant stew with bell pepper, zucchini, onion, garlic, tomatoes, and fresh basil. Served with quinoa.

Average Servings: 3

Vegetarian | Low Sodium | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | Soft | Kidney Friendly | MIND Diet

Ingredients: Eggplant, zucchini, bell pepper, onion, garlic, tomatoes, oregano, thyme, basil leaves, olive oil

Hearty chowder with fresh salmon, potatoes, leeks, carrots, celery, and dill.

Average Servings: 4

Diabetic | Low Sodium | Soft

Ingredients: Salmon, potatoes, leek, celery, carrots, garlic, chicken stock, cream, fresh dill, corn, cheddar cheese

Mushroom risotto made with shallots, garlic, peas, and farro, a healthy ancient grain.

Average Servings: 2

Vegetarian | Mediterranean Diet | Kidney Friendly

Ingredients: Mushrooms, farro, shallot, garlic, white wine, chicken stock, thyme, frozen peas, lemon, Parmesan cheese

Lightly sweetened chia seed and coconut milk pudding with fresh fruit and granola.

Average Servings: 3

Low Sodium | Vegetarian | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet | Soft

Ingredients: Chia seeds, coconut milk, maple syrup or honey, fresh fruit

Chicken breasts with a garlic, tomato, and brown butter sauce. Served with roasted broccoli.

Average Servings: 2

Low Sodium | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet | Kidney Friendly

Ingredients: Chicken breasts, butter, garlic, cherry tomatoes, parsley

Summer salad of mixed greens, strawberries, chicken, and feta cheese. Served with balsamic vinaigrette.

Average Servings: 3

Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | Kidney Friendly | MIND Diet

Ingredients: Chicken, balsamic vinaigrette, strawberries, feta cheese, slivered almonds, mixed greens

Cod and shrimp in a savory tomato, ginger and coconut broth. Served with rice.

Average Servings: 2

Low Sodium | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | Soft | MIND Diet

Ingredients: Cod, lime juice, coconut milk, shrimp, tomato, lemongrass, garlic, ginger, shallot, red bell pepper

Quinoa with fresh veggies and herbs, topped with mild seasoned chicken breast.

Average Servings: 2

Low Sodium | Diabetic | Mediterranean Diet | Kidney Friendly | MIND Diet

Ingredients: quinoa, tomatoes, onion, basil, lemon, chicken, cumin, paprika, fresh parsley

These flavorful Greek turkey meatballs are packed with herbs and spinach, paired with a refreshing homemade tzatziki sauce for a healthy, Mediterranean-inspired meal. Served with quinoa or rice.

Average Servings: 4

Diabetic Friendly  | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet

Ingredients: ground turkey, red onion, garlic, oregano, egg, breadcrumbs, spinach, plain yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, dill, rice or quinoa.

Salmon fillet topped with a fresh pineapple salsa, served over rice for a flavorful, heart-healthy meal.

Average Servings: 2

Low Sodium | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | Mind Diet | Soft | Kidney Friendly

Ingredients: pineapple, red onion, cilantro, rice vinegar, salmon, rice.

This hearty Tuscan white bean soup blends tender vegetables, creamy beans, and savory herbs for a comforting, vegetarian-friendly dish packed with flavor.

Average Servings: 4

Vegetarian | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean | MIND Diet | Soft

Ingredients: onion, garlic, carrot, celery, dried thyme, chicken or vegetable stock, diced tomatoes, white beans, spinach, Parmesan cheese, bay leaf.

Oven-baked salmon is paired with a creamy mustard dill sauce and tender broccolini for a nutrient-rich meal.

Average Servings: 2

Low Sodium | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | Mind Diet | Soft | Kidney Friendly

Ingredients: Salmon, fresh dill, lemon, plain Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, broccolini.

These hearty stuffed portabella mushrooms are filled with a savory mix of vegetables, herbs, and cheese, baked to perfection and served with quinoa for a satisfying, Mediterranean-style vegetarian meal.

Average Servings: 2

Vegetarian | Low Sodium | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | Kidney Friendly | MIND Diet | Soft

Ingredients: portabella mushrooms, olive oil, onion, roma tomato, zucchini, red bell pepper, garlic, baby spinach, dried oregano or Italian seasoning, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, quinoa.

A flavorful Southwestern-inspired stew featuring beans, vegetables, tomatoes, and warm spices for a hearty, satisfying dish.

Average Servings: 4

Vegetarian | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet

Ingredients: onion, bay leaves (optional), ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, celery, green bell pepper, garlic, green chile peppers, whole peeled tomatoes, chili powder, kidney beans, black beans, whole kernel corn

A rustic lentil soup simmered with tomatoes, herbs, and vegetables, finished with a splash of vinegar or lemon for brightness.

Average Servings: 4

Vegetarian | Diabetic Friendly | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet | Soft

Ingredients: onion, olive oil, carrot, celery, garlic, dried oregano, bay leaf (optional), dried basil, crushed tomatoes, lentils, chicken or vegetable stock, vinegar or lemon juice

An Italian comfort dish with chicken thighs, white wine, rosemary, tomato and garlic sauce. Served with orzo pasta.

Average Servings: 4

Low Sodium | Mediterranean Diet | MIND Diet

Ingredients: Chicken thighs, fresh rosemary, garlic, white wine, tomato paste

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