We promise we’re not wishing the summer away, but it will be September before you know it. Whether you’ve already started the school uniform shop or you’re someone who just can’t shake that “Back to School” mentality this time of year always brings, this Weekly Pinch of Shopping is all about saving you time in the kitchen so you can readjust for the school year – a mini New Year, as we like to think of it!

We’ve got sweet potato hash browns – because sometimes carbs really are the only thing that’ll get you out of bed in the morning. There are also plenty of snacks for your lunchbox or just when you’re on the go – including mini gingerbread men and protein-packed Babybels (we’ve got sweet AND savoury covered).

And as always, we’ve thrown in a few quick and easy recipes of our own, so you can stay fuelled while re-establishing your routines. 

While you’re thinking about meal prep, now would be the perfect time to pre-order our latest book Pinch of Nom: Slow Cooker. It’s full of set-and-forget recipes that’ll simmer away while you power through your to-do list – from hearty stews to healthy fakeaways. And if you place your order ASAP, it’ll be posted through your letterbox on publication day – September 25th.

Tap here or the image below to pre-order and reserve your copy.

Pre-orders are the magic ingredient that help us keep creating the recipes, books, and products you love. You’re not just reserving your copy, you’re giving us a huge boost – and we appreciate it SO much!

Anyway, get ready to bookmark EVERYTHING below…

Sweet Potato Hash Browns – 157 calories per serving

Let’s start with the first meal of the day, shall we? A healthy alternative to traditional hash browns made from regular potatoes, these Strong Roots Sweet Potato Hash Browns are a tasty, satisfying breakfast snack. They’re packed with vitamins and fibre, making them a nutritious choice too. And at just 157 calories per serving, they leave plenty leftover for something on the side.

In fact, they would be perfect for dipping into our Soft Boiled Eggs – ready in just 10 minutes, these are great for when you’re rounding up the kids before school. Or if you want to take them to work for a mid-morning snack, cook your hash browns ahead of time, then reheat them at the office and un-peel your eggs from their shells later on.

Strong Roots Sweet Potato Hash Browns are available from Morrisons, priced at £3.30 per 350g packet.

Click here for our foolproof Soft Boiled Eggs.

Babybel Mini Protein Cheese Snacks – 48 calories per mini

High-protein snacks are great for helping you stay full in-between meals – ideal if you’re calorie-counting. For a convenient and portable way to boost your daily protein intake, make sure you have a stash of these Babybel Mini Protein Cheese Snacks in your fridge. One mini Babybel packs a 5.2 grams of protein – at only 48 calories too! They’re also 100% real cheese, so it’s all natural deliciousness!

For even more protein and a grab-and-go breakfast snack that will tide you over until lunchtime, try our nutritious Breakfast Muffins. We’ve packed a lot into a little here – eggs, bacon, red onion, mushrooms, spinach, and even some cottage cheese. Just one muffin is a whopping 25 grams of protein – more than half of your daily intake!

Babybel Mini Protein Cheese Snacks are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £2.45 for a packet of 6 – or you just £1.50 with your Nectar Card!

Get even more gains with our breakfast muffins.

Costa Coffee Barista Creations Salted Caramel – 71 calories per serving

Everyone knows it isn’t really autumn until the seasonal drinks start flowing, and this make-at-home Salted Caramel flavoured Costa Coffee Barista Creations powder means you won’t even need to swing by your local coffee shop to get your cosy caramel fix. One tub makes 15 cups, and each cup is just 71 calories. 

If you enjoy a sweet treat with your morning coffee, you can spice your mornings up even more with our Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls. We’ve combined two classic baked delicacies so you don’t have to compromise between your favourites – and at just 124 calories per roll, you don’t have to compromise on calories either!

Costa Coffee Barista Creations Salted Caramel is available from Tesco, priced at £5 per 255g tub – or £3.75 with your Clubcard!

Savour a sweet treat with your morning brew

Morrisons Just Beets Fruity Salad Topper – 69 calories per serving

Beetroot is always a good vegetable to have on hand due to its versatility – plus it’s packed with nitrates that improve exercise performance, and rich in fibre to support digestion and support inflammation. Morrisons has come through with this Just Beets Fruity Salad Topper – steam-cooked pickled beets flavoured with hints of mint and fruity notes. 

If you’re in need of some inspiration, our Roasted Beetroot and Rosemary Salad comes together in an hour – and only 15 minutes of that is prep time. While the vegetables are roasting, you have 45 minutes to sit back with a book or put everyone’s uniforms on to wash.

Morrisons Just Beets Fruity Salad Topper is available from Morrisons, priced at £1.35 per 180g.

Start building your salad.

Tesco Finest Pistachio Gelato – 146 calories per serving

Pistachio has had a real moment this year, and it’s clearly not over yet! Made in Italy, this Tesco Finest Pistachio Gelato is a delicious ice cream infused with pistachio nut paste and topped with real roasted pistachio pieces for a satisfying crunch. It’s free from artificial ingredients, suitable for vegetarians, and only 149 calories per serving. An effortless midweek dessert, and a tasty incentive for everyone to finish their vegetables at dinnertime!

If you’re counting calories and want an even lighter frozen nutty dessert, not to brag or anything – but at 148 calories, our Ninja Cream Peanut Butter and Chocolate Ice Cream is one calorie less per serving! 

Tesco Finest Pistachio Gelato is available at Tesco, priced at £4.50 per 480ml tub.

Try our chocolatey and nutty ice cream for even less calories.

Fox’s Chocolatey Dubai Style Pistachio – 84 calories per biscuit

Another pistachio product that caught our eye: Fox’s Chocolatey Dubai Style Pistachio biscuits. A milk chocolate marvel packed with pistachios and layered with kunafa (crispy filo pastry), the “Dubai Chocolate Bar” has been doing the rounds on social media for months. Now, it looks like biscuit legends Fox’s have caught on – and we don’t know about you, but we’re certainly looking forward to trying their take on the trend.

If you fall more on the side of the fruit and nut sweet treat spectrum, our Cranberry and Almond Oat Cookies could be just the thing for you. At 272 calories per cookie, they’re slightly more indulgent, but the oats are a good source of fibre and keep you fuller for longer.

Fox’s Chocolatey Dubai Style Pistachio biscuits are available at Tesco, priced at £3 per 130g packet.

Try our Cranberry and Almond Oat Cookies instead.

McVities Mini Gingerbread Men Biscuits Multipack – 88 calories per packet

These McVities Mini Gingerbread Men are the perfect study partner. They’re convenient, satisfying, and just 88 calories per bag – ideal for a quick energy boost in-between essays and revision notes.

Another way to curb your biscuit cravings is by cooking up a batch of these Gingerbread Bites. They’re even lighter at 35 calories a bite – plus, our recipe makes 30, so you can bake a load at the beginning of the week and store them in the fridge for up to three days afterwards. They also don’t have cute faces, so eating them won’t feel like you’re committing a crime!

McVities Mini Gingerbread Men Biscuits are available online from Ocado, priced at £1.25 for a pack of 6.

Learn how to bake your own Gingerbread Bites.

Heinz Tomato Ketchup Sweet Sriracha – 97 calories per 100g

Turn up the heat next time you’re dipping your chicken nuggets with this Heinz Tomato Ketchup Sweet Sriracha – a twist on their classic recipe. This spicy sauce goes well with all sorts of finger foods – from chips to halloumi, and even prawns.

If you’re after some low calorie appetisers that aren’t ultra processed, steer clear of the freezer aisle and try our Chicken Goujons instead – they’re a little more sophisticated than your usual nugget, and much healthier too!

Heinz Tomato Ketchup Sweet Sriracha is available online from Tesco, priced at £3.40 per 100ml bottle.

Dip to your heart’s content with our tasty Chicken Goujons.

Indian Inspired Vegetable Nests – 178 calories per nest

A low-calorie, low in saturated fat Indian-inspired main that cooks in no time at all in your air fryer? We thought that might get your attention! These Aldi Indian-Inspired Vegetable Nests are an aromatic mix of carrot, broccoli, sweet potato, onion, and red pepper, coated in South Asian spices for a tasty kick. 

For a slimming-yet-satisfying Indian feast, why not pair these with our Indian-Style Fried Rice and Onion Bhajis? You could halve the rice portions to cut down on calorie content, and the bhajis are only 59 calories each!

Indian Inspired Vegetable Nests are available in Aldi, priced at £1.99 per 200g.

Stock up on sides with our Indian-Style Fried Rice and Onion Bhajis.

Soreen Sticky Toffee Loaf – 153 calories per serving

After school (and work!) snacks help bridge the long gap between lunch and dinner, and we think this Soreen Sticky Toffee Loaf will make for a tasty option. Lightly toast it and add a slather of butter or even some jam.

Banana bread has long been the talk of the town (or our Facebook Group, we should say) – inspiring us to come up with our slimming-friendly Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips. At just 67 calories per slice, it’s less than half the calorie content of this Soreen loaf. Or you can take turns trying both!

Soreen Sticky Toffee Loaf is available in Sainsbury’s, priced at £1.60 per 260g loaf – or it’s even cheaper with your Nectar Card!

Bake your own loaf with our Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips.

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REMINDER Aldi Super 6 Fruit and Veg Selection

We love Aldi’s fortnightly selection of fresh fruit and veggies! They choose different items for a special offer where you can pick them up for much less than the normal price.

Here’s our reminder of the latest Super 6 selection:

Spring Onion – 32 calories per 100g

Sweetcorn – 86 calories per 100g

Large Vine Tomatoes – 20 calories per 100g

British Salad Potatoes – 80 calories per 100g

Sweet Pointed Peppers – 80 calories per 100g

Remember: We don’t accept payment or gifts to include any of the products above – we just love them, and we hope you will too.

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It’s that time again! Welcome to your latest edition of the Weekly Pinch of Shopping. This week’s all about making the most of the last of the summer sunshine with some good old fashioned party grub!

Whether you’re firing up the grill or your oven’s got this one covered, we’ve scoured supermarket shelves to come up with plenty of main event, snacking, and sweet treat options to populate your party table. Think juicy pre-marinated kebabs, crispy mac and cheese bites, refreshing fizzy seltzers, and delicious cream cheese-topped carrot cake.

Now that your shopping list is sorted, all you need to do is grab your trusty tongs (or oven mitts)!

While we have you – it might be 20 degrees outside at the moment, but it won’t be long before the days start getting shorter and the colder evenings creep up. Fortunately for you, our new book – Pinch of Nom: Slow Cooker – is hitting shelves on September 25th. Pre-order your copy today to stay one step ahead of the autumn chill!

It’s brimming with 100 totally new slow cooker wonders – including comfort foods, fakeaways, sweet treats, and surprising “I can’t believe you can make that in a slow cooker!” dishes.

Tap here or the image below to pre-order and reserve your copy.

Pre-orders are the magic ingredient that help us keep creating the recipes, books, and products you love. You’re not just reserving your copy, you’re giving us a huge boost – and we appreciate it SO much!

In the meantime, back to your barbecue…

Tesco Finest Alcohol Free Amaretto Sour Mocktail – 44 calories per can

First up is this fancy, low-calorie thirst quencher from the Tesco Finest selection. This one’s great for the designated drivers, mindful drinkers, or anyone else looking to enjoy a cocktail without the hangover.

For a whole pitcher of refreshing fizzy goodness for your guests, you can’t go wrong with a classic lemonade. Our Homemade Lemonade has just four ingredients –all you need are lemons, sugar, and fresh mint, and you’re good to go! Did we mention it’s only 35 calories per glass? 

Even better, it’s freezer-friendly, so you can make a big batch and defrost as you please!

Tesco Finest Alcohol Free Amaretto Sour Mocktails are available from Tesco, priced at £1.30 per 250ml can.

Get your hands on our Homemade Lemonade recipe.

Summer Grill by ASDA 4 Smoky Chorizo and Chicken Kebabs – 105 calories per kebab

ASDA’s Summer Grill range has come through with these Smoky Chorizo and Chicken Kebabs – juicy diced chicken breast and tender chorizo flavoured with smoky paprika. They’re pre-marinated and pre-skewered, so all you need to do is stick them on the grill!

If you’re looking for a veggie version at a similar calorie mark, why not try your hand at our Minty Halloumi and Vegetable Kebabs? They’re simple to make – just spear your veggies alongside salty chunks of halloumi and grill them on the barbecue. The fresh minty sauce can be drizzled over to give your creations an added zing.

For this recipe, we’ve used red onion, red pepper, and courgette, but you’re more than welcome to switch these out for your favourite veggies!

Summer Grill by ASDA 4 Smoky Chorizo and Chicken Kebabs are available from ASDA, priced at £4.58 per 320g packet.

See what you make of our Minty Halloumi and Vegetable Kebabs.

Marmite Mac and Cheese Bites – 60 calories per bite

These Marmite Mac and Cheese Bites pack a whole lot of flavour for a limited amount of calories! They’re golden breadcrumb packages of oozy mature cheddar cheese with a Marmite sauce, surrounding macaroni pasta. The perfect picky bits, they cook in the oven in just 11 minutes – freeing up space on your barbecue for burgers and sausages!

If you’re not a Marmite lover, our Mac and Cheese Bites are a similar snack without the divisive spread. While they might not have a breadcrumb coating, we’ve mixed strong cheese with cheddar to create that classic cheesy taste and a texture that crisps on the outside and stays melty in the middle. Plus they’re only 38 calories per bite!

Marmite Mac and Cheese Bites are available in M&S, priced at £4 per 200g.

Try our Mac and Cheese Bites here.

Morrisons Pesto Salad Dressing – 162 calories per 100ml

The grilled meats may be the main event at your summer soirée, but everyone knows a barbecue or buffet is never complete without a colourful salad to complement all of those rich meats. And since Morrisons has come through with this vibrant Pesto Salad Dressing, you don’t need to worry about coming up with your own!

If you’re in need of salad inspo, we’ve got you covered. Our Tomato, Basil and Mozzarella Salad is super light, an ‘Easy Peasy’ on our preparation scale, and it’ll pair perfectly with the herby green goodness of the pesto dressing. Hey pesto! 

Morrisons Pesto Salad Dressing is available from Morrisons, priced at £1.40 per 170ml.

Pair it with our Tomato, Basil and Mozzarella Salad.

Sainsbury’s Chilli & Lime Chicken Breast Mini Fillets – 163 calories per fillet

You’ve got enough on your plate (literally!) without worrying about mixing a fresh marinade for your meats, which is where these Sainsbury’s Chilli & Lime Chicken Breast Mini Fillets come in handy! Fresh and juicy fillets pre-flavoured with chilli and lime seasoning, they’re good to go straight out of the packet (once they’ve been on the grill, of course!).

If you do find yourself with some free time on your hands, or you’ve already got some chicken breasts that need using up, try your hand at our Cajun Spiced Stuffed Chicken. We’ve levelled up these fillets with a cheese and sweet pepper filling, then coated them in seasoning inspired by the flavours of Louisiana – a state known for its big barbecue scene!

Sainsbury’s Chilli & Lime Chicken Breast Mini Fillets are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £3.75 per 320g.

Or try our Cajun Spiced Stuffed Chicken recipe.

Sainsbury’s Carrot & Orange Loaf Cake – 181 calories per slice

You didn’t think we’d forgotten about your sweet tooth, did you? Never fear – Sainsbury’s Carrot & Orange Loaf Cake makes for a delicious dessert (or mid-party snack, your secret’s safe with us). It’s a scrummy carrot cake topped with cream cheese buttercream and orange oil, and finished with stunning slices of candied orange. A full loaf serves six, so depending on how many you’re hosting, grab one or a couple to go around.

If you’re a bit of a whizz with a whisk, go ahead and take dessert into your own hands! Our Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a delightful slimming-friendly sweet treat, and it’s super easy to rustle up, so it’s ideal for baking experts and beginners alike. Topped with a dollop of cream cheese, it’s truly twinning with the Sainsbury’s cake, and at 57 calories per cake, it’s a fraction of your daily intake!

Sainsbury’s Carrot & Orange Loaf Cake is available in Sainsbury’s, priced at £3 per 280g (six slices) – or £2 with your Nectar Card!

Grab your mixing bowl for our Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting.

Sensations Mature Cheddar & Chilli Chutney Flavour Potato Crisps – 146 calories per serving

If savoury’s more your style, then these brand-new Walkers Sensations crisps will be right up your street. Flavoured with a rich and creamy aged cheddar, complemented by toasty chutney tones of clove and ginger – and finished with a fiery chilli kick – these are bound to be a hit with your guests.

Ever considered making your own crisps? If you’ve got an air fryer, homemade Potato Peel Crisps are a great way of indulging in your favourite spud-based snack without worrying about the consequences of all that oil! Plus – because they’re made from potato peelings, they’re a fun and tasty way of doing your bit for the planet too! Healthy for you and healthy for Mother Nature!

Sensations Mature Cheddar & Chilli Chutney Flavour Potato Crisps are available in Tesco, priced at £2.35 per 150g.

Our Potato Peel Crisps are a healthier alternative.

J20 Blackberry & Dragonfruit – 50 calories per drink

Hosting is thirsty work, and we’ve no doubt your guests will be gasping in this heat too! Make sure everyone stays hydrated with another exciting beverage – these exotic Blackberry & Dragonfruit J20s. The bright and colourful packaging alone will be a hit with the kids – plus who doesn’t remember their first dragonfruit? Does it come from dragons? That’s a fun fact for little ones to drink up!

For the grown-ups, our Raspberry Vodka Fizz is a colourful and tasty cocktail that doubles as dancing juice when you’re ready to strut your stuff! With just three ingredients – raspberries, prosecco, and vodka – it’s fresh, not to mention simple to make. And if you’d prefer to make it non-alcoholic, you can hold the vodka and switch the prosecco out for some nosecco.

J20 Blackberry & Dragonfruit drinks are available in Tesco, priced at £4.75 for 4 275ml bottles.

Bring out your best glasses for our Raspberry Vodka Fizz.

Korean Chicken Koftas – 120 calories per kofta

Aldi’s Summer Vibes range never lets us down, and these Korean Chicken Koftas are no exception. A brand-new item from the selection, these scrumptious skewered beauties are flavoured with Korean-style seasoning and come with a sachet of sticky gochujang and miso-style ketchup. 

What makes a kofta? Just like “sausage” refers to how the meat is prepared rather than the actual meat itself, koftas can be made from chicken, beef, or lamb. In our case, we went for Beef Kofta Kebabs – resembling a doner kebab from your local takeaway – only they’re 82 calories! Yep, you read that right! Our recipe serves 10, so you’ll have plenty to put on the buffet.

Korean Chicken Koftas are available in Aldi, priced at £2.99 per packet.

Beef up your buffet with our own Kofta Kebabs.

Maryland S’wich Choc Creme – 80 calories per biscuit

When the party’s winding down and it’s time to stick the kettle on, break out the Maryland S’wich Choc Creme. A fresh take on the Maryland Cookie we know and love, these are a cookie sandwich with chocolate chips and a creamy choccy filling – and all that at just 80 calories per biscuit! Will you dunk, twist and lick, or bite straight in? 

For even more chocolate at even less calories, try our Double Choc Chip Cookies. These are proper gooey cookies – no oats or wheat biscuits in sight – complete with tasty, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate chips. They’re only 40 calories per cookie and a single batch serves 18, so you can have a couple or freeze the rest for a grab-and-go snack!

Maryland S’wich Choc Creme biscuits are available in Tesco at £1.50 per packet.

Double up on the chocolate for half the calories with our Double Choc Chip Cookies.

Don’t forget – we love seeing what you’re picking up in your weekly shop! Tag us or post in our Facebook group if you spot anything slimming-friendly and tasty that deserves a shoutout.

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P.S. We don’t accept payment or gifts to include any of the products above – we just love them, and we hope you will too.

NEW Aldi Super 6 Fruit and Veg Selection

Of course, it wouldn’t be the Weekly Pinch of Shopping without a spotlight on Aldi’s fortnightly Super 6. Always fresh and always budget-friendly, this week’s round-up features plenty of things that wouldn’t go amiss on your party plates.

Have a look at what’s made the cut this time around – we’ve included a recipe for each to give you a head-start:

Spring Onion – 32 calories per 100g

Our Bacon, Potato and Spring Onion Frittata is easy, filling, and colourful, and it can be served hot or cold.

Sweetcorn – 86 calories per 100g

Who doesn’t love a corn on the cob? Stick these on the grill and then pair with some low-fat mayo, or spice things up with our Mexican-Style Corn on the Cob.

Large Vine Tomatoes – 20 calories per 100g

Slice these up for the Tomato, Basil and Mozzarella Salad we mentioned above, or sprinkle some salt on them for a solo snack!

British Salad Potatoes – 80 calories per 100g

Potato Salad is a summer party favourite – ours is topped with tasty spring onion and takes just over half an hour to assemble.

Sweet Pointed Peppers – 40 calories per 100g

Did you know sweet peppers work perfectly well on their own as a crudité? Thinly slice them and serve with a bowl of our Sweet Chilli Hummus-Style Dip. We’ve gone for carrots, cucumber, and celery as you can see – but the sweet notes of the peppers will provide a tasty contrast to your savoury dip.

Don’t forget – we love seeing what you’re picking up in your weekly shop! Tag us or post in our Facebook group if you spot anything slimming-friendly and tasty that deserves a shoutout.

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P.S. We don’t accept payment or gifts to include any of the products above – we just love them, and we hope you will too.

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Fire up the grill (or the air fryer!) – this Weekly Pinch of Shopping is serving up a burger-themed bonanza that’ll make your next fakeaway night or summer get-together chef’s kiss perfect.

We’re talking smash patties, melty toppers, tangy slaw and even some caramelised biscuit cheesecake bites to finish things off with a bang. Whether you’re a meat-eater, veggie lover or just really into burger sauce (no judgment here), there’s something here for everyone!

So grab your favourite serving tray, get those napkins ready, and let’s build the burger night of dreams…

We’re also BUZZING that the book you’ve been asking us to write for years is finally coming…Pinch of Nom: Slow Cooker is out on September 25th!

It’s brimming with 100 totally new slow cooker wonders, including comfort foods, fakeaways, sweet treats and surprising ‘I can’t believe you can make that in a slow cooker!’ dishes.

Tap here or the image below to pre-order and reserve your copy.

Pre-orders are the magic ingredient that help us keep creating the recipes, books, and products you love. You’re not just reserving your copy, you’re giving us a huge boost – and we appreciate it SO much!

Spotted any yummy-looking, slimming-friendly products at the supermarket lately? Share them with us – they might feature in our next article! You can also join the discussion in our Facebook group here. 

Our Weekly Pinch of Shopping highlights budget-friendly, slimming-friendly products available in local supermarkets and online. We include calorie information and RRP, though prices may vary.

Each week, we also feature Aldi’s Super 6 deals – a fortnightly selection of discounted fruits and vegetables – along with recipe ideas to help you make the most of them. There’s a fresh selection this week, so scroll down to find out what’s included, along with some ideas on how to make the most of the ingredients.

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**A note on our shopping list: we do not take payment, promotion or gifts for including any of the items mentioned in these articles. We bring them to you because we love them and hope you will too!**

Tesco Smash Burgers – 125 calories per burger

You know we love a homemade burger night, but when time’s tight and tummies are rumbling, these Tesco Smash Burgers make things super simple.

They’re made with seasoned British beef and cook up with those delicious crispy edges, just like the ones you’d get from a proper burger bar.

Try loading them up like our Cheese Stuffed Burgers recipe – gooey melted cheese, crisp lettuce and a squish of burger sauce in the middle? Yes please.

Tesco Smash Burgers are available from Tesco, priced at £3.50 for a pack of 4.

Beyond Smash Plant Based Patties – 196 calories per 100g

Veggie night just got an upgrade! These Beyond Smash Plant Based Patties are thick, juicy and full of savoury flavour – the kind even meat-lovers will enjoy.

We’d serve them in a toasted bun with a crunchy lettuce layer and something cooling on top – maybe some pink pickled slaw (keep scrolling ). Or recreate the vibes of our Tandoori Spiced Chickpea Burgers with a tangy yoghurt drizzle!

Beyond Smash Plant Based Patties are available from Tesco, priced at £4.00 for a pack of 2.

Morrisons Summer Monterey Jack With BBQ Burger Melts – 91 calories per topper

We LOVE a shortcut to melty burger perfection. These BBQ Burger Melts from Morrisons bring smoky-sweet vibes with every cheesy slice.

They’re a dead ringer for the flavour combo we use in our Burrito Burgers, and melt beautifully over beef, chicken or plant-based patties.

Add one to your burger and it’ll be love at first bite!

Morrisons Summer Monterey Jack With BBQ Burger Melts are available from Morrisons, priced at £1.99 for a pack of 6 slices.

Morrisons Pink Pickled Slaw – 47 calories per 100g

Meet your new burger-night MVP: Morrisons Pink Pickled Slaw. It’s crunchy, tangy, and just the right amount of zing to balance out rich burger flavours.

An alternative is our Buffalo Coleslaw – perfect for adding a cooling contrast and extra crunch (plus, it looks stunning on the plate!).

Try spooning it into your bun or serving it as a side – either way, it’s a winner.

Morrisons Pink Pickled Slaw is available from Morrisons, priced at £1.50 per tub.

Brennans Bun-days Plain Burger Buns – 127 calories per bun

Every good burger needs a trusty bun! These Brennans Bun-days from Tesco are soft, simple and sized just right to hold your fillings without falling apart.

You could toast them lightly or leave them pillowy – they’re a blank canvas for whatever flavour combo you dream up.

At 127 calories each, you’ve got room to go big on toppings. (We won’t tell!)

Brennans Bun-days Plain Burger Buns are available from Tesco, priced at £1.35 for a pack of 6.

Sainsbury’s Burger Sauce – 32 calories per tbsp

This one’s for the sauce lovers! Sainsbury’s Burger Sauce is the classic creamy-tangy combo we all know and love – ideal for squishing into a burger or drizzling over chips.

We’ve got a similar version in our Cheeseburger Chopped Salad recipe, and trust us – it’s just as tasty on lettuce as it is in a bun.

Stock up and slather generously.

Sainsbury’s Burger Sauce is available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £1.00 per bottle.

ASDA Frozen Mini Corn on the Cob – 80 calories per 100g

Corn on the cob is a non-negotiable when it comes to BBQ or burger nights. These ASDA Frozen Mini Corn Cobs are super handy to keep in the freezer, ready to steam, roast or grill.

We love turning them into Mexican Corn-on-the-Cob, loaded with a zesty yoghurt sauce, cheese and spices. Chef’s kiss.

ASDA Frozen for Freshness Mini Corn On The Cob is available from Asda, priced at £1.65 per bag.

Iceland Extra Thin Salt & Pepper Chicken Sizzle Steaks – 113 calories per 1/4 pack

Prefer chicken to beef? These Salt & Pepper Chicken Sizzle Steaks from Iceland make a leaner, punchy-flavoured burger base.

They’re thin-cut, so they cook super fast – and pair beautifully with tropical flavours. Try building them into our Chicken and Mango Burgers for a sunshine-inspired spin.

Iceland Extra Thin Salt & Pepper Chicken Sizzle Steaks are available from Iceland, priced at £3.50 per pack.

Rubicon Spring Black Cherry Raspberry – 6 calories per 250ml

You’ll need something fizzy to wash all that burger goodness down – and this Rubicon Spring in Black Cherry Raspberry is the perfect refreshing pick.

It’s got a sweet, fruity tang without the calories (just 6 per glass!), and gives us major Pink Lemonade vibes.

Pop a few slices of lemon or frozen berries in your glass for a fancy-feeling drink that still fits your goals.

Rubicon Spring Black Cherry Raspberry Sparkling Water is available from Asda, priced at £1.25 per bottle.

Aldi Caramelised Biscuit Summer Cheesecake Bites – 147 calories per cheesecake bite

No burger night is complete without a little dessert, and these Caramelised Biscuit Summer Cheesecake Bites from Aldi are every bit as dreamy as they sound.

They’ve got a rich Biscoff-style flavour and creamy texture – we’re OBSESSED. If you’ve made our Biscoff Cheesecake before, you’ll know exactly what we mean.

Keep them chilled and serve with a side of fresh berries for the ultimate end to your burger feast.

Caramelised Biscuit Summer Cheesecake Bites are available from Aldi, priced at £2.99 per pack.

Ready, Set, Grill!

Whether you’re planning a full-on BBQ or just bringing burger night indoors, we hope this week’s shopping list helps you create the tastiest, most satisfying stack yet.

Aldi’s Newest Super 6 Fruit & Veg Picks

Aldi’s fortnightly Super 6 is here again with fresh, budget-friendly produce that’s perfect for burger night sides or vibrant meals all week long. Here’s what’s in store this time – paired with delicious recipes to make the most of each offering:

Mini Easy Peelers 

Perfect for mid-burger-night nibbling or zested into dressings, white pizzas or tangy marinades. We often slice and slide them onto our Air Fryer Ginger and Orange Chicken Kebabs.

Cucumber

Ideal for cool side salads or slaws. Try adding diced cucumber to our Cheeseburger Chopped Salad for extra crunch, or spiralise it into a light burger slaw to top your patties.

Apples

Always useful! Slice into breakfast porridge or bake in warming desserts. They’re perfect in our Apple Pie Porridge—a sweet, healthy tonic to start the day.

Extra Fine Beans

Steam them and toss with lemon and garlic as a quick burger-side, or add lemon and garlic to make these Garlic Green Beans.

Jersey Royal Potatoes

These are magic roasted with herb oil – served alongside your burger feast. Or try them in our version of Potato Salad, great for BBQs or brunches.

Piccolato Tomatoes

Bursting with flavour. Halve and skewer them with mozzarella for a starter, or toss into a quick Salsa Salad to top your burgers.

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Pickle Potato Salad | Slimming & Weight Watchers Friendly

You need this Pickle Potato Salad on repeat for summer! The velvety, pickley dressing is so full of flavour and indulgence, you'd never know it's lighter in calories. We've stirred in diced gherkins and pickled red onions too, so if you love pickles, you'll be in heaven. Our top tip? Make a BIG bowlful – it's bound to disappear fast at your next family BBQ!

Course Side Dishes

Cuisine non specific

Keyword Coronation Potato Salad, Gherkins, Pickle Potato Salad, Pickles

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 159kcal

Equipment

• Saucepan
• Mixing bowl

Ingredients

• ½ red onion peeled and finely sliced
• 50 ml pickle vinegar from the jar
• 500 g new potatoes sliced in half
• 100 g fat-free Greek yoghurt
• 60 g light mayonnaise
• ½ tsp Dijon mustard
• 60 g gherkins diced
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp fresh chives finely sliced

Metric - US Customary

Instructions

• Place the red onion in a small bowl and cover with the vinegar. Set aside while the potatoes cook.
• Place the potatoes into a pan of cold salted water. Bring to the boil then lower the heat and simmer for 15 minutes until tender. Drain well and leave to cool.
• In a bowl, combine the yoghurt, mayonnaise, mustard and mix well.
• Pour 30ml of the vinegar into the yoghurt mixture and mix well.
• Discard the remaining vinegar and add the red onion to the yoghurt mixture along with the gherkins.
• Once cooled, add the potatoes to the yoghurt mixture and stir to coat.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper and sprinkle over the chives.

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Nutrition

Calories: 159kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 5.3g | Fat: 4.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Sodium: 880mg | Fiber: 2.7g | Sugar: 4.3g

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Happy Friday! We’re so happy to say that this Weekly Pinch of Shopping is bursting at the seams with NEW tasty products you’ll wanna try, including some scrummy white chocolate coated pineapple bites (with a hint of coconut too!).

We’ve also picked up a smoothie bag that’s packed with good-for-your-gut deliciousness – it’s fair to say there’s no shortage of fresh fruity flavours on this list!

PLUS you’ve got to keep scrolling to try Heinz’ new FISH AND CHIPS SAUCE. It pairs like a dream with the recipe on page 82 of our Air Fryer cookbook…if you don’t know which one we’re talking about, we’ll tell you below!

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Spotted any yummy-looking, slimming-friendly products at the supermarket lately? Share them with us – they might feature in our next article! You can also join the discussion in our Facebook group here. 

Our Weekly Pinch of Shopping highlights budget-friendly, slimming-friendly products available in local supermarkets and online. We include calorie information and RRP, though prices may vary.

Each week, we also feature Aldi’s Super 6 deals – a fortnightly selection of discounted fruits and vegetables – along with recipe ideas to help you make the most of them. There’s a fresh selection this week, so scroll down to find out what’s included, along with some ideas on how to make the most of the ingredients.

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1. 7UP Zero Sugar Pink Lemonade Bottle – 3 calories per 100ml glass

It might not be as hot outside this week, but it’s always a good idea to have low-sugar (or no-sugar) drinks on standby. This 7UP Zero Sugar Pink Lemonade Bottle isn’t just eye-catching to look at, it’s also bursting with refreshing lemon, lime and raspberry flavours.

You can always try a pour over ice with lemon wedges or mint leaves, if you’re taking things up a notch!

We use a handful of simple, affordable ingredients to bring our own version of Pink Lemonade down to just 20 calories per glass. Our recipe is far better for you and your budget than shop-bought versions by using a combo of fresh fruit and sweetener.

Plus, you can stash it in frozen cube form for months ready to serve in a flash!

7UP Zero Sugar Pink Lemonade Bottle is available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £2.00 per bottle (or £1.50 with a Nectar card),

2. The Tofoo Co. Thai Burgers – 125 calories per burger

These The Tofoo Co. Thai Burgers are all the inspo we need for a Meat-free Monday dinner! The aromatic patties are made up of tofu, carrot, red pepper, spring onion, coriander and chilli – with a hint of lime and soy sauce squeezed in. So, there’s no shortage of flavour!

We piled them high with a Thai-style slaw on a wholemeal bun for a filling, vibrant meal.

They pair like a dream with a fluffy side of our Jasmine, Lime and Coconut Rice. You might recognise this recipe from pages 212-213 of our Quick and Easy book. 

The trick is to use a dairy-free alternative that promises all of the flavour without the calories!

Take a scroll through our blog for more Thai-inspired fakeaway night dishes.

Jasmine Lime and Coconut Rice – Pinch of Nom Slimming Recipes

The Tofoo Co. Thai Burgers are available from Waitrose, priced at £3.00 for a pack of 2 burgers.

3. Frozen Gut Health Smoothie Mix – 194 calories per serving

We love it when we spot a product that’ll save us some time! This Frozen Gut Health Smoothie Mix is ideal for those busy days where you don’t fancy chopping fruits to blend.

Simply stash a bag in the freezer, ready to blitz into a gut-healthy smoothie – or use the chopped peach, mango, oats, chia seeds and yoghurt bites to prep a healthy dessert.

Frozen fruit is always cracking to have in the freezer for one of our sweet treat go-tos: Mango and Raspberry Ice Cream. The unbelievable thing about this recipe is the size of the ingredients list; you’ll only need bananas, frozen mango, frozen raspberries and granulated sweetener.

It truly is slimming-friendly and fresh at 87 calories per bowlful.

Frozen Gut Health Smoothie Mix are available from Aldi, priced at £1.99 per bag.

4. Sainsbury’s Breaded Chicken Steaks – 209 calories per steak

We’re all in favour of breading chicken from scratch, but these Sainsbury’s Breaded Chicken Steaks are great for taking the stress away on busier days.

The breadcrumb coating around the tender chicken breast is mild, so it’ll pair nicely with a variety of different side dishes. You could always keep things simple with potato wedges, peas and gravy!

When we think about crunchy-coated chicken, our mind goes straight to Katsu. This Loaded Katsu Curry Fries pairs crisp chicken strips with fries, tortilla chips and our Katsu-style sauce whipped up from scratch.

Sainsbury’s Breaded Chicken Steaks are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £1.69 per pack.

5. Spiced Potato, Chickpea and Mango Salad – 132 calories per 1/2 pot

We really get that summertime feeling when we spot goodies like Spiced Potato, Chickpea and Mango Salad at the shops. The medley of chickpeas, potatoes and onion comes ready-drizzled in a sweet and spicy mango dressing, making it perfect for sunny day picnics and buffets.

Just like Aldi’s potato salad pot, our Chicken and Mango Burgers are sweet, tangy and fiery all at once. By preparing your salsa and burger patties from scratch, you can keep the calories down and control the spice level – be warned, our salsa is definitely on the hotter side!

We found that half of a deseeded red chilli is the perfect, taste bud tingling amount for our salsa bowl.

Spiced Potato, Chickpea and Mango Salad is available from Aldi, priced at £1.89 per pack.

6. LEON Golden Lentil Dhal – 201 calories per pack

LEON has always been one of our favourite ‘fast’ food options. This LEON Golden Lentil Dhal delivers on speed and flavour, with a pouch of curried chickpeas and lentils that’s ready to enjoy in 90 seconds.

Top your portion with some fresh coriander leaves and a scoop of relish – it makes something that’s already delicious even better. 

We’re feeling inspired to reach for the lentils in our cupboard and make a batch of Sweet Potato and Red Lentil Soup that’ll serve us for the week.

Chuck all the ingredients together and let them bubble away, until your sweet potatoes are softened and they’ve released their naturally gorgeous earthiness.

LEON Golden Lentil Dhal packs are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £2.50 (or £2.00 with a Nectar card).

7. Morrisons The Best Tuscan Chicken – 228 calories per 1/2 pack

Is it bad that we picked up this Morrisons The Best Tuscan Chicken meal for two because it reminded us of our own recipe? If so, guilty!

The chicken breasts come ready-coated in a tangy, herby, Parmesan crumb – once they’ve crisped up, that’s your cue to drizzle them with the provided sachet of sun-dried tomato sauce. You really can’t argue with how easy that is…

It’s no exaggeration to say that our Tuscan Chicken Macaroni is one of our most-popular recipes EVER. Even though we’ve not scrimped on cheesiness, each portion works out at just 430 calories – not bad at all for a pasta dish!

If you’ve already tried this one, take a look at what to make next if you love Tuscan Chicken Macaroni. 

Morrisons The Best Tuscan Chicken is available from Morrisons, priced at £7.00 for a pack that serves 2.

8. trüfrü Pina Colada Pineapple in White Chocolate & Coconut – 87 calories per 1/7 pack

We love how simple yet delicious these cocktail-inspired trüfrü Pina Colada Pineapple in White Chocolate & Coconut bite are. The pineapple chunks are wrapped in not one, but two, layers of silky chocolate.

After all that, they’re finished with a sprinkling of coconut to complete the tipple-like flavours. How fun does that sound for a light snack or dessert?

Speaking of fun, if you’ve not tried our Pina Colada Pancakes yet, you need to change that. They’re served with a sticky-sweet pineapple and lime topping and a dollop of creamy fat-free Greek yoghurt that’s too scrummy to resist.

trüfrü Pina Colada Pineapple in White Chocolate & Coconut is available from Tesco, priced at £5.95 per bag.

9. Kellogg’s High Protein Bites Chocolate Cereal – 114 calories per serving

While not everyone’s a fan of hazelnut, we absolutely love it! These Kellogg’s High Protein Bites Chocolate Cereal bring a nutty-sweet crunch to the breakfast table.

As well as being fortified with the good vitamins and minerals we all need, they’re also higher in protein (listed as 21% plant-based protein). That means they should leave you feeling fuller for longer than your average cereal!

If you’re looking for a boost in the morning, nothing beats our Raspberry Mocha Granola Pots. As well as a hint of coffee to help you wake up, we’ve swirled in chocolatey yoghurt, juicy raspberries, reduced-fat cream and sticky-sweet maple syrup.

Kellogg’s High Protein Bites Chocolate Cereal is available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £3.50 per box (or £2.85 with a Nectar card).

10. Heinz Fish and Chips Sauce – 36 calories per 10g serving

It’s no secret that we love playing with chippy-inspired flavours at Pinch of Nom, so we had to pick up Heinz’ brand-new Fish and Chips Sauce. A self-declared rival to tartare sauce, it’s a tantalisingly creamy combo of gherkins, parsley, and dill. 

While it’s a no-brainer to serve it with fish, it also takes jacket potatoes, sarnies, wraps or salads to the next level.

If you’re wondering what we’d pair this tangy condiment with, it’s gotta be our Fish and Chip Fishcakes from pages 82-83 of our Air Fryer book. While our recipe includes a homemade tartare sauce, a squeezy bottle can be a life-saver when you’ve not had a chance to whip the dip!

Heinz Fish and Chips Sauce is available from Tesco, priced at £3.40 per s queasy bottle.

NEW Aldi Super 6 Fruit and Veg Selection

We love Aldi’s fortnightly selection of fresh fruit and veggies! They choose different items for a special offer where you can pick them up for much less than the normal price. 

Here’s a rundown of the recipes we’d make with this week’s Super 6 offering.

Carrots – 41 calories per 100g

A bag of carrots never goes to waste in our kitchen – we’ll always find a tasty place to put them, from pies and stews to salads and even cakes.

Use them to make a bowl of hearty, nutritious goodness that’ll leave you set for the week with our Carrot and Coriander Soup recipe.

Mango – 60 calories per 100g

Packed with magnesium and potassium, mangoes are famously good for digestion. While we wouldn’t recommend eating the skin, you can do so if you want to absorb every last nutrient!

Rain or shine, we’re always in the mood for Chicken and Mango Pickle Curry.

Mini Pears – 42 calories per 100g

Sweet, grainy and irresistibly juicy, don’t be fooled by the size of these mini pears. They’re gorgeous raw as a grab-and-go lunch box sized snack, or you can cook them into a variety of sweet recipes, like our comfort-loaded Pear and Ginger Crumble.

Apples – 53 calories per 100g

It’s always a good idea to keep an apple handy! They’re a juicy, crispy snack that’ll give your day a sweet boost for only 53 calories.

If you know us, you’ll know we always use a few slices to top our morning Apple Pie Porridge.

Asparagus Tips – 25 calories per 100g

Bursting with nutrients and low in calories, asparagus has a subtle taste and can be cooked in a variety of ways – steam it, grill it or roast it to bring out its nutty notes.

Asparagus adds a gorgeous pop of green to our Creamy Garlic Prawns when we lay on a tapas-inspired spread.

Bananas – 89 calories per 100g

We’ve got no choice! We’ll have to use the Super 6 to stock up on bananas and make a stash of Banana and Peanut Muffins.

They’re pure snack-time heaven at only 53 calories per muffin.

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Hello and welcome to your BANK HOLIDAY edition of the Weekly Pinch of Shopping! We’ve rounded up exciting new finds that’ll make your long weekend even tastier, including controversial (and delicious!) Marmite Potato Wedges.

If there’s a standout flavour combo on this week’s list, it’s got to be strawberries and cream! Take your pick between grab-and-go Strawberry and Cream Mini Bites and a luxurious tub of Strawberry and Clotted Cream Ice Cream – or do what we did and treat yourself to both!

We’re BUZZING that the book you’ve been asking us to write for years is finally coming…Pinch of Nom: Slow Cooker is out on September 25th!

It’s brimming with 100 totally new slow cooker wonders, including comfort foods, fakeaways, sweet treats and surprising ‘I can’t believe you can make that in a slow cooker!’ dishes.

Tap here or the image below to pre-order and reserve your copy.

Pre-orders are the magic ingredient that help us keep creating the recipes, books, and products you love. You’re not just reserving your copy, you’re giving us a huge boost – and we appreciate it SO much!

Spotted any yummy-looking, slimming-friendly products at the supermarket lately? Share them with us – they might feature in our next article! You can also join the discussion in our Facebook group here. 

Our Weekly Pinch of Shopping highlights budget-friendly, slimming-friendly products available in local supermarkets and online. We include calorie information and RRP, though prices may vary.

Each week, we also feature Aldi’s Super 6 deals – a fortnightly selection of discounted fruits and vegetables – along with recipe ideas to help you make the most of them. There’s a fresh selection this week, so scroll down to find out what’s included, along with some ideas on how to make the most of the ingredients.

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1. Morrisons No Added Sugar Lemon Crush – 5 calories per 250ml glass

It’s always a good idea to have tasty, low-sugar (or no-sugar) drinks on standby when it’s hot outside. This Morrisons No Added Sugar Lemon Crush is fizzy, tangy and only 5 calories per 250ml glass.

Serve over ice with lemon wedges, mint leaves and cucumber ribbons if you’re feeling fancy!

When we know the sun’s about to shine, we refrigerate a stash of our Homemade Lemonade. It’ll keep in the fridge for up to 3 days, giving you plenty of time to sip on it over the bank holiday weekend.

Indoors or out, the classic lemony flavours will be a winner with the whole family!

Morrisons No Added Sugar Lemon Crush is available from Morrisons, priced at 80p per bottle.

2. Do Goodly Jalapeno & Smashed Pea Guacamole – 117 calories per 100g

Once you’ve tried this guac, you’ll never go back! Do Goodly Jalapeno & Smashed Pea Guacamole has a gorgeous kick to it that’ll have you dipping again and again. 

It’s perfect to snack on when you fancy something light with vegetable batons, or add a dollop to rice bowls and other Mexican-inspired dishes to take things up a notch.

If you’ve got a house full of hungry people to feed over the long weekend, easy, quick and hearty Chicken Burritos can be a life-saver.

We prefer to make our guacamole from scratch using creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, zesty lime and just a hint of spicy Sriracha!

Do Goodly Jalapeno & Smashed Pea Guacamole is available from Tesco, priced at £2.25 per pack.

3. Tesco Finest Gigantes Beans – 128 calories per 1/2 pack

We spotted these Tesco Finest Gigantes Beans and felt like we were on holiday! The butter beans are coated in a rich and herby red wine sauce inspired by the Mediterranean.

They’d make for a delicious addition to a tapas-style dinner when you don’t feel like cooking. 

We can’t talk about small plates without mentioning this luscious Baked Feta and Tomatoes recipe. If we get lucky with the weather this weekend, mop it up with pitta or warm crusty wholemeal bread as part of a mezze-style barbecue spread.

We’ve got all the inspiration you need to throw kebabs on the grill in our blog just here.

Tesco Finest Gigantes Beans are available from Tesco, priced at £4.50 per pack.

4. M&S Strawberries & Cream Mini Bites – 64 calories per mini bite

These M&S Strawberries & Cream Mini Bites are one of our favourite finds in-store lately! Don’t tell anyone or they’ll disappear off the shop shelves faster than you can say ‘strawberries and cream!’

They’re so light and satisfying when you fancy something sweet, and you can snack on a grab-and-go tub for only 64 calories per mini bite.

You don’t have to wait for Wimbledon to try our Creamy Strawberry Mini Meringues. At 33 calories per meringue (sweet, luxurious-tasting filling included!), they’re perfect to snack on whenever skies are blue.

M&S Strawberries & Cream Mini Bites are available from M&S stores and online at Ocado, priced at £3.75 per tub.

5. Garlic and Herb Marinated Chicken Escalopes – 140 calories per escalope

If you’re putting on a bank holiday spread, these Garlic and Herb Marinated Chicken Escalopes are sure to go down a storm. So simple, these succulent sizzlers come ready-coated in a garlic and herb marinade – all you have to do is cook them to perfection.

Garlic and herb pairs well with so many things, it can be hard to settle on a side dish. There’s only one winner for us: Nando’s Spicy Rice.

It’s undeniably quick and easy, that’s why the full recipe is on our website and on pages 84-85 of our Pinch of Nom: Quick and Easy book.

Now’s your chance to make some room in your freezer for batch-cooked portions!

Garlic and Herb Marinated Chicken Escalopes are available from Aldi, priced at £3.29 per pack.

6. Iceland Chinese Pork Thin Sizzle Steaks – 186 calories per steak

Ideal for a bank holiday BBQ, these Chinese Pork Thin Sizzle Steaks have landed in Iceland at just the right time. They’re coated in a juicy Chinese-style glaze that’d pair like a dream with just about any barbecue side dish.

You could even serve them with Salt and Pepper Chips for a full on fakeaway spread. If you’ve got a sachet of our PON x Flava It! Salt and Pepper seasoning handy, you’ll only need a sprinkling!

Feel free to have a scroll through our latest blog for even more salt and pepper inspired recipe ideas.

Iceland Chinese Pork Thin Sizzle Steaks are available from Iceland, priced at £4.00 for a pack of 5 steaks.

7. Mango, Passionfruit & Yogurt Marble Lollies – 86 calories per lolly

Trust us, if this bank holiday is a hot one, you’ll want a box of Mango, Passionfruit & Yogurt Marble Lollies in the freezer. These creamy yoghurt sticks are marbled with tangy, refreshing swirls of mango and passionfruit sorbet.

At only 86 calories per lolly, they’re well worth grabbing on your next trip to Aldi.

We prepped and froze a batch of our Strawberry and Kiwi Ice Lollies just last night. They’re really simple to make with a base of no added sugar strawberry squash and a topping of fresh blended kiwi fruit.

Mango, Passionfruit & Yogurt Marble Lollies are available from Aldi, priced at £2.15 for a pack of 4 lollies.

8. Morrisons Nacho Cheese Pasta Salad – 137 calories per 1/5 pack

You can’t have a picnic or barbecue spread without pasta salad! This Morrisons Nacho Cheese Pasta Salad is great to pick up if you’re looking for something yummy that the whole family will want on their paper plate.

Be warned, there’s hot sauce stirred into the pasta to give every mouthful a nacho-inspired kick of heat!

These Honey and Lime Pork Nachos are the ultimate shareable showstopper. Pop them at the centre of your buffet table and watch them disappear!

Topped with pork, cheese, tomatoes, red onion, garlicky yoghurt and coriander – what’s not to love?

Morrisons Nacho Cheese Pasta Salad is available from Morrisons, priced at £2.50 per pack.

9. Marmite Potato Wedges – 202 calories per 1/2 pack

You’ll either love or hate these controversial Marmite Potato Wedges! We spotted them at Tesco alongside a range of Marmite-flavoured side dishes, including potato gratin, mashed potatoes and roasties.

It’s no secret that we love anything made with Marmite at Pinch of Nom, so of course we had to pick them up! 

Take a scroll through our favourite slimming-friendly Marmite recipes by tapping here.

We tried these crispy wedges with our Melt-in-the-Middle Bacon Cheeseburgers and they were divine! As you’d expect with Marmite, there’s no need to add salt – they’re already flavourful enough.

Marmite Potato Wedges are available from Tesco, priced at £3.50 per pack.

10. Morrisons The Best Strawberry and Clotted Cream Ice Cream – 145 calories per 1/5 tub

A tub of Morrisons The Best Strawberry and Clotted Cream Ice Cream is always welcome in our household. When ice cream is made with velvety Cornish clotted cream and fresh British strawberries, you know it’s going to be utterly scrumptious!

Try a scoop to cool down in luxury this bank holiday weekend for 145 calories per serving.

Would you believe you can make our Strawberry Cheesecake Frozen Yoghurt for almost half the calories?

The strawberry cheesecake flavours are just as creamy and satisfying as ice cream, and don’t get us started on that biscuit crumb topping…

Morrisons The Best Strawberry and Clotted Cream Ice Cream is available from Morrisons, priced at £3.00 per tub.

REMINDER Aldi Super 6 Fruit and Veg Selection

We love Aldi’s fortnightly selection of fresh fruit and veggies! They choose different items for a special offer where you can pick them up for much less than the normal price. 

Here’s our reminder of this week’s Super 6 selection:

• Radish – 16 calories per 100g
• Cauliflower – 25 calories per 100g
• Braeburn Apples – 51 calories per 100g
• Piccolato Tomatoes – 20 calories per 100g
• Extra Fine Beans – 31 calories per 100g
• Blueberries – 57 calories per 100g

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