Welcome back to another Weekly Pinch of Shopping! As always, we’re helping you freshen up your trolley with tons of tasty, slimming-friendly finds.

This week, we’re loving crisps with a twist, like Honey Dijon Mustard Kettle Chips and Hula Hoops Spicy Flavarings! And if you’re after something a bit fancier to dip your crisps into, we’ve included some Moorish Humous – and a hummus recipe of our own, of course!

Other things to look out for on your supermarket sweep include autumnal butternut squash chunks from Sainsbury’s (a time-saving shortcut for salads, soups, and stews) and of course, we’ve included some sweet treats… but you’ll have to scroll!

It’s officially less than two weeks until we launch Pinch of Nom: Slow Cooker! Get your pre-order now to have 100 cosy and convenient recipes ahead of the chillier months. Keep your eye out on our socials for our top tips too – we’ve even thrown in a giveaway for you!

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Ready, steady, shop!

Kettle Honey Dijon Mustard Potato Chips – 128 calories per serving   

These Kettle Honey Dijon Mustard Potato Chips are a tasty twist on your usual crisp fix, and at just 128 calories per serving, they’re a cheeky treat that won’t throw your day off track. If you’re feeling adventurous, maybe even add them to a ham sandwich! 

And if you’re loving that classic honey and mustard flavour combo, dig into our Honey and Mustard Chicken recipe. A total one pot wonder, it’s perfect for your midweek rotation!

Kettle Honey Dijon Mustard Potato Chips are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £2.65 per packet.

Make this flavour combination a meal with our Honey and Mustard Chicken.

Hula Hoops Flavarings Spicy Crisps – 169 calories per serving

If you like your snacks with a bit of sizzle, these Hula Hoops Flavarings Spicy Crisps will hit the spot! The reviews are in and they’re been described as “crunchy with plenty of flavour” and “extremely moreish.” We don’t know about you but we can’t wait to sample them!

If you fancy a kick from something a bit more filling, our Spicy Coconut and Lime Chicken Curry is a slimming-friendly dinner that brings the heat with a hint of tropical too. It’s all about the balance!

Hula Hoops Flavarings Spicy Crisps are available from Tesco, priced at £1.50 per packet.

Our Spicy Coconut and Lime Chicken Curry is for those who like it hot.

Wotsits That’s Nuts Really Cheesy – 160 calories per serving

Get your cheese fix without going overboard with a packet of Wotsits That’s Nuts Really Cheesy. They’re part of a new range of coated premium peanuts – with other flavours including Doritos Flamin’ Hot, Walkers Max Punchy Paprika and Walkers Salt & Vinegar. 

Why not turn the cheese up even more with our Chilli Cheesy Nachos? They’re gooey goodness in slimming-friendly form!
Wotsits That’s Nuts Really Cheesy are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £2.75 per packet.

Because there’s no such thing as too much cheese.

Moorish Humous topped with Pine Nuts & Sumac – 170 calories per 57g

We love a crisp and dip moment, and this posh pot of Moorish Humous topped with pine nuts and sumac was made for them. At 170 calories per serving, it’s great for when you’re in the mood for something snacky but still want to keep things slimming-friendly.

You might enjoy it so much you find yourself wanting to make your own version at home – luckily, we’ve got a recipe for that! Our Red Pepper Hummus-Style Dip pairs perfectly with crisps and veggie crudities alike. Go on, get dipping!

Moorish Humous topped with Pine Nuts & Sumac is available online at Ocado, priced at £3.25 per tub.

Double the dipping potential.

Las Iguanas 12 Hot Honey Halloumi Bites – 53 calories per bite

Bring a taste of Las Iguanas to your table with these Hot Honey Halloumi Bites – sweet and salty bites that’ll make the perfect addition to your salads!

If you’re short on time, we think they’ll make a simple substitute for the homemade halloumi fries in our Halloumi Fries Salad. All the flavour with even less faff!

Las Iguanas 12 Hot Honey Halloumi Bites are available from Iceland, priced at £3.50 per pack.

 Get your halloumi hit with this sweet and juicy salad.

Sainsbury’s Butternut Squash Chunks – 37 calories per 100g

Autumn might not be in full swing yet, but we’re ready to embrace the autumnal flavours. And it looks like Sainsbury’s are too with these Butternut Squash Chunks – ideal for tossing in a salad or stew when you don’t have time for the chopping board.

You could even rustle up our Butternut Squash Risotto in a flash. It’s creamy and comforting, and at 226 calories per serving, it won’t tip the scales!

Sainsbury’s Butternut Squash Chunks are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at 99p per packet.

Try risotto with an autumnal twist.

Tesco Finest Smoked Garlic and Kashmiri Chilli Naan Breads – 178 calories per ½ naan

Bored of your usual plain old naan? Tesco has come through with these Smoked Garlic and Kashmiri Chilli versions, a delicious way of adding even more flavour to your curries.

Our Homemade Naan is just as good and even easier on the waistline – plus you can top it with any extra flavours of your choosing. Just remember to account for calorie content if you’re counting!

Tesco Finest Smoked Garlic and Kashmiri Chilli Naan Breads are available from Tesco, priced at £2 per pack.

Nothing beats homemade naan.

Kallo Organic Belgian Dark Chocolate Rice Cake Thins – 60 calories per thin

Sometimes only chocolate will do! These Kallo Organic Belgian Dark Chocolate Rice Cake Thins are a lighter bite for the chocoholics among us. 

Craving something a bit more indulgent for even less (okay, maybe just one!) calories? Our Best Chocolate Brownies come in at 59 calories each, and you can batch cook and freeze a bunch!

Kallo Organic Belgian Dark Chocolate Rice Cake Thins are available from Tesco – and right now they’re only £2.40 with your Clubcard!

Go on, treat yourself.

Maryland 6 Minis Double Choc – 99 calories per bag

You can treat your sweet tooth while staying on track with your calorie counting goals, proven by these Maryland Minis – a handy 99 calories per bag!

If you want to go a little bigger, our Air Fryer Freezer Cookies are a revelation. They’re simple to make and super satisfying. Even better, they’re freezer friendly (the clue is in the title!), so you’re always prepared for your next cookie craving.

Maryland Minis Double Choc are an online exclusive from Iceland – priced at £1.50 per pack, or just £1 as a multibuy.

Fill your biscuit tin with our Air Fryer Freezer Cookies.

Terry’s Chocolate Mint Ball – 164 calories per 4 segments

We’re firm believers that Terry’s Chocolate Orange should be eaten whenever you fancy – not just in December. We’ll be heading straight to the supermarket to see how their new minty flavour stacks up next to the original! We might even conduct a cheeky side-by-side taste test.

If you’ve been after a minty spin on the classic, our Mint Chocolate Chip Tarts won’t disappoint!

Terry’s Chocolate Mint Ball is available from Iceland, priced at £2 per ball.

Our Mint Chocolate Chip Tarts are a treat before or after eight!

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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Aldi Super 6 Fruit and Veg Selection

We love fresh food that’s easy on the budget, and Aldi’s Super 6 never disappoints. Scroll down to see our favourite budget finds, and check out the recipes we’ve recommended to get cooking:

Swede

One of the key ingredients for our Buttery Carrot and Swede Mash!

Savoy Cabbage

Just what you need for our Creamed Cabbage and Leeks!

Carrots

We bet you’ve never tried carrots like this before!

Sweetcorn

It’s soup season – level up your lunch!

Red Onions

Feed the whole family with Baked Bean Bolognese!

Cauliflower

When life gives you cauliflower… make Cauliflower Cheese!

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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The Weekly Pinch of Shopping is back in time for your Saturday supermarket run, and as per – we’ve got a seriously tasty line up! 

The Laughing Cow’s gone spicy with their Chilli Cheese Spread Triangles, and Branston’s followed suit with a fiery twist to their classic piccalilli. If you’re feeling fruity, M&S Mango Grapes are in season – and we’ve got a salad up our sleeve for them! When you’re ready for dessert, you can always count on Mr Kipling – we know we can’t wait to try their banana slices! They’re perfect for popping in the kids’ lunchboxes (or keeping them all to yourself).

Can you believe there are less than three weeks to go until we launch Pinch of Nom: Slow Cooker? If you get your pre-order in now, you’ll have it in your hands on September 25th. Trust us, with 100 brand new, set-it-and-forget-it recipes to get you through autumn and winter (and beyond!), you won’t want to miss this one.

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!

Is anyone hungry? Let’s fix that…

The Laughing Cow Chilli Cheese Spread Triangles – 31 calories per triangle 

If you’re a cheese lover who likes a little kick, these Laughing Cow Chilli Cheese Spread Triangles will be right up your street. They’re perfect for spreading on crackers, stirring into pasta, or even sneaking straight from the foil (your secret’s safe with us!). 

You could even use a couple to spice up our Dill Cream Cheese and Smoked Salmon Bagel for breakfast, brunch, or lunch!

The Laughing Cow Chilli Cheese Spread Triangles are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £1.95 per 8-pack.

Enjoy another cream cheese moment with our Dill Cream Cheese and Smoked Salmon Bagel.

Branston Chilli Piccalilli – 119 calories per 100g

Piccalilli is about as British as it gets – this tangy sauce was a sandwich staple when we were growing up! And now Branston’s taken things up a notch by throwing a little heat into the mix with Branston Chilli Piccalilli. Add it to your cheeseboards when you’re hosting, or save it for your lunchtime sandwiches.

We think it’ll make for an interesting flavour profile paired with our Monte Cristo Sandwich – i.e. the Pinch of Nom take on the classic Croque Monsieur. Try it and let us know what you think!

Branston Chilli Piccalilli is available from Tesco, priced at £2.20 per 360g jar.

Fire up your air fryer for Sticky Chicken Nuggets.

Müller x MyProtein Salted Caramel Mousse – 200 calories per pot

Got a sweet tooth but still want to sneak in some protein? Müller and Myprotein have teamed up to create this protein-packed Salted Caramel Mousse, and it’s a dream come true! At 200 calories per pot, it’s a smart way to satisfy cravings in-between meals and hit your macros!

Or if you just love a creamy dessert and protein isn’t your priority, our Biscoff Mousse makes for a delightful after-dinner treat, and it comes in at slightly less calories (196) – every little helps!

Müller x MyProtein Salted Caramel Mousse pots are available online at Ocado, priced at £2.50 per 200g pot.

Our Biscoff Mousse is just as irresistible.

M&S Mango Grapes – 70 calories per 100g

Want your grapes to taste of something that isn’t grapes? M&S has the answer with these Mango Grapes. Just think… the sweet and juicy flavour of a mango fruit, wrapped up in the bite-size shape of a grape! Once you pop, you won’t be able to stop!

Our Chicken Waldorf Salad is the perfect recipe to toss in a few of these fruity gems! The sweetness will perfectly offset the crunchy celery, crisp apple, and creamy dressing.

M&S Mango Grapes are available online at Ocado, priced at £3 per packet.

Get excited about salad!

Mr Kipling Banana Lunchbox Slices – 88 calories per slice

Mr Kipling has long been the master of sweet treats, and they’re proving it yet again with these Banana Lunchbox Slices. Soft, spongy, and just 88 calories per slice, they’ll make for a yummy pick-me-up with your afternoon cuppa.

For even more bananas at even less calories, bake our Banana Bread Pudding! We’ve made some innovative swaps to keep the calories down, so you can indulge in a generous slice at just 73 calories! That even leaves you room to slather a bit of peanut butter or honey on top.

Mr Kipling Banana Lunchbox Slices are available online from Ocado – right now they’re on sale for just £1!

You’ll go bananas for our Banana Bread Pudding!

Tesco Fruit Fusion Zero – 7 calories per can

Looking for a soft drink that gives you your fruity, fizzy fix without derailing your calorie-deficit goals? At just 7 calories per can, Tesco Fruit Fusion lets you sip away, guilt-free! They also have Orange and Lemon & Lime flavours.

And if you just can’t get enough of your five a day, you’d be foolish not to try our Tropical Fruit Fool. We’ve taken care to stay as true as possible to the traditional English recipe, with a few handy swaps to keep things on the lighter side.

Tesco Fruit Fusion Zero is available from Tesco, priced at £0.55 per 250ml can.

Try a dessert for the fruit lovers.

Heinz Smokey Bacon & Potato Soup – 111 calories per ½ can

With the evenings starting to get a little cooler, you’ll be glad you’ve got this Heinz Smokey Bacon & Potato Soup in your cupboard for a quick and easy meal that’ll warm you from your head to your toes.

And when soup season really starts to kick in, fire up your slow cooker for our Slow Cooker Chunky Tomato Cajun-Style Soup. It’s hearty, simple to make, and will keep you full until dinnertime. Or you can serve it with a sandwich or fries and have it for your evening meal!

Heinz Smokey Bacon & Potato Soup is available from ASDA, priced at £1.70 per can – or you can mix and match any 5 for £4.70.

Start soup season off right with our Slow Cooker Chunky Tomato Cajun-Style Soup.

Alpro Gut Health Natural with Oats Dairy Free Yoghurt Alternative – 55 calories per 100g

Looking after your gut has never tasted so good – this Alpro Gut Health Natural with Oats Dairy Free Yoghurt Alternative is suitable for vegans, and full of fibre and live cultures to look after your digestive system. Even if you’re not plant-based, it’s a great light swap for dairy yoghurt. Pour it over fruit or granola with a drizzle of honey.

You could also use it for our Syrupy Cinnamon Figs slimming dessert – thank us later!

Alpro Gut Health Natural with Oats Dairy Free Yoghurt Alternative is available from ASDA, priced at £1.88 per 400g tub.

Serve with our Syrupy Cinnamon Figs.

Naked Fire Machine Peach, Blood Orange, Apple & Ginger Super Smoothie – 47 calories per 100ml

Wake up your tastebuds with this Naked Fire Machine Peach, Blood Orange, Apple & Ginger Super Smoothie. Blended with peach, blood orange, apple, and ginger, it packs a punch and serves up your daily dose of vitamins!

Enjoy it as part of your breakfast with our Couscous Breakfast Cups – because your first meal of the day should be anything but boring!

Naked Fire Machine Peach, Blood Orange, Apple & Ginger Super Smoothie is available from ASDA, currently reduced from £3.76 to £1.88!

Complete your morning with our Couscous Breakfast Cups.

Myprotein Hot Honey Chicken Mac & Cheese with Pepperoni – 420 calories per serving

Sometimes all you want is to tuck into a big bowl of comfort food, and this Myprotein Hot Honey Chicken Mac & Cheese Pepperoni could well be the one. At 420 calories per portion, it might be a little more on the indulgent side of slimming friendly – but with 43 grams of protein per portion, it’s worth every mouthful when you need something hearty and satisfying!

Myprotein aren’t the only ones who can mix up your favourite cheesy pasta! Our Harissa Mac Chicken Mac ‘n’ Cheese adds a North African twist to this dish. And if you keep your eye on the website, we might even have another upgrade coming your way! You heard it here first!

Myprotein Hot Honey Chicken Mac & Cheese with Pepperoni is available from Iceland, priced at £4 per 350g packet – or get them for £3.34 each when you purchase more than one!

See how we jazzed up our Harissa Chicken Mac and Cheese.

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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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:

Avocado – 160 calories per 100g

Celery – 14 calories per 100g

Sweet Vine Ripened Tomatoes – 20 calories per 100g

Easy Peelers – 50 calories per 100g

Seasonal Pears – 57 calories per 100g

Mini Apples – 52 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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Welcome back to The Weekly Pinch of Shopping – your reliable dose of fun low-calorie finds to keep your weight loss journey exciting, or simply brighten up your week! 

In this edition, we’re loving Mr Kipling’s Blueberry Bakes for a sweet start to your day, Heinz Tomato Mascarpone and Grana Padano Pasta Sauce for a quick and easy lunch, Proper Mature Cheddar Popcorn for snack time… then moving on to TGI’s Boneless Chicken Wings for a finger-licking dinner.

And since it’s almost batch-cooking season, don’t forget our new book, Pinch of Nom: Slow Cooker is out on September 25th. Pre-order your copy today to have it in your kitchen on publication day.

You’ll find 100 super easy slow cooker recipes inside – for maximum flavour with minimum fuss! We can’t wait to see your slow-cooked creations!

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!

Ready, set, shop…!

Mr Kipling Breakfast Bakes Blueberry – 148 calories per bake 

         

If you’re someone who likes to kick your day off with something sweet, then these blueberry Mr Kipling Breakfast Bakes are a perfect addition to your cupboard. They’re deliciously soft and moist, baked with real blueberries and topped with honey toasted oats. They’re also free from artificial colours and flavourings, and full of vitamins and fibre.

Want more than a bite of blueberries for breakfast? Our fluffy Lemon and Blueberry waffles are a fruity delight. At 393 calories per serving, they pack slightly more calories than Mr Kipling’s creations, but they also pack almost 20 grams more protein – giving you an energy boost first thing in the morning and keeping you fuller for longer.

Mr Kipling Breakfast Bakes Blueberry are available from ASDA, priced at £1.24 per 4-pack.

Satisfy your morning sweet tooth with our Lemon and Blueberry Waffles.

TGI Boneless Chicken Wings with Sweet Chilli Jam – 200 calories per ½ pack

We love TGI’s products that you can enjoy at home, so it’s great to see TGI Boneless Chicken Wings with Sweet Chilli Jam back on Iceland’s shelves! They’re spicy but sweet, so you can still enjoy them if you prefer things on the milder side.

Or if you make your own wings, you never need to worry about these ones going missing from the shelves! Our Air Fryer Sticky Chicken Nuggets are crispy and coated in a tasty mix of Henderson’s relish, honey, and tomato ketchup. Feel free to add some paprika or chilli powder if you’re craving a kick!

TGI Boneless Chicken Wings are available from Iceland, priced at £4 per 400g box.

Fire up your air fryer for Sticky Chicken Nuggets.

Heinz Tomato Mascarpone and Grana Padano Pasta Sauce – 95 calories per 100g

Sometimes, you just need to reach for the jar, and we have a feeling this Heinz Tomato Mascarpone and Grana Padano Pasta isn’t going to let you down. It’s made using all-fresh ingredients – including Italian-grown tomatoes – with no added sugar, so you don’t need to worry about hidden nasties. Just honest, delicious flavour in every spoonful. 

You can use it to make our Creamy Tomato Pasta even more effortless. If you’re calorie-counting, be sure to account for any additional numbers.

Heinz Tomato Mascarpone and Grana Padano Pasta Sauce is available from Iceland, priced at £3 a jar  – and at the moment, if you buy 2 you can get 1 FREE!

Speed up our Creamy Tomato Pasta even more.

Proper Corn Mature Cheddar Popcorn – 91 calories per serving

For a snack that doesn’t make you sacrifice flavour or your healthy eating goals, grab a bag of Proper Corn Mature Cheddar Popcorn. Made with real mature cheddar, it delivers the bold and tangy taste of your favourite cheesy snacks without the added calories. Have a handful on the go or pop some in a bowl next time you’re entertaining.

Our Whipped Blue Cheese Crostinis are an even lighter savoury snack that also doubles as an appetiser. Made with creamy Danish blue cheddar, they’ve got just the right balance of tangy and salty without being too strong. It’s a great way to dip your toe into the world of blue cheese, especially if you prefer something a little milder. Trust us, even the blue cheese-sceptics out there might be tempted!

Proper Corn Mature Cheddar Popcorn is available from Morrisons, priced at £2.25 per packet.

Or get your cheese fix with our Whipped Blue Cheese Crostinis.

McVitie’s Jaffa Cakes Hot Honey Flavour – 41 calories per biscuit

Hot honey can be drizzled over fried chicken, you can dip your pizza crusts into it, and it even makes a tasty addition to the cheeseboard. But in biscuit form? That’s one even we hadn’t thought of! Thankfully Jaffa Cakes have. We sampled these in the office recently – and let’s just say, the packet didn’t stick around for very long!

Did you know we have a recipe for our own Jaffa Cakes too? Try our slimming-friendly take on the originals, or mix things up with our Raffa Cakes (can you guess what flavour jelly we used instead of orange?! The clue’s in the name…) 

McVities Jaffa Cakes Hot Honey Flavour are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £1.50 per packet – or just 95p with your Nectar Card!

Make your own Jaffa Cakes!

Delamere Iced Tea Peach and Passion Fruit – 47 calories per 235ml

Prefer your cuppa on the colder side? This Delamere Iced Tea peach and Passion Fruit is infused with real fruit juice, and it’s just 47 calories per can! You could keep it in the fridge for something refreshing to sip in the afternoon, or take it from day to night by adding a shot of rum or gin.

Our Long Island Iced Tea is a great recipe to have on hand when you’re hosting or going out on the town. It’s mixed with gin, tequila, and white rum – but it tastes like Coca Cola and it’s only 121 calories per glass!

Delamere Iced Tea Peach and Passion Fruit is available at ASDA, priced at £1.17 per 250ml can.

Level up your iced tea with our Long Island.

KitKat Hazelnut Chocolate Sharing Bar – 175 calories per 3 fingers

KitKats always make for a light yet satisfying snack, and because they’re always coming out with new flavours, you never have to worry about getting bored of them! This Hazelnut Chocolate Sharing Bar is the latest of their flavour innovations – it’s the chocolate wafer you know and love, with an added layer of hazelnut spread, and covered in thick swirls of milk and dark chocolate. We’re drooling just typing that!

If you’re nuts about hazelnuts, try out Chocolate French Toast. We’ve added a coating of nutty chocolate spread for even more indulgence – ideal for chocoholics or anyone craving something cosy for breakfast!

This KitKat Chocolate Sharing Bar is available at Tesco, priced at £1.50 per bar.

Get your hazelnut fix with our Chocolate French Toast.

Frank’s RedHot Crunch Cayenne Chilli Coating Seasoning Mix – 188 calories per serving

Get ready for your fish, prawns, chicken, and even vegetarian alternatives to reach new heights of deliciousness with this new Frank’s RedHot Crunch Cayenne Chilli Coating Seasoning Mix – the perfect blend of flavour and heat!

We also stock our very own range of flavour sachets, including this Fakeaway Favourites collection. It’s a whole box of readymade fakeaway-style flavours – like Burger & Kebab, Chip Shop Curry Sauce, Crispy Southern Chicken, and Salt and Pepper – so you can recreate your takeaway order without worrying about calories! Which one will you go for first?

Frank’s RedHot Crunch Cayenne Chilli Coating Seasoning Mix from Iceland – and right now it’s on sale for just 80p!

Or you can Flava It instead!

Linda McCartney Vegan Shredded Hoisin Duck – 133 calories per ¼ pack

This Linda McCartney Vegan Shredded Hoisin Duck is your shortcut to a simple yet tasty midweek meal. Gently spiced and high in protein, it’s a delicious and nutritious way of adding something different to your dinner rotation.

Why not make it a meal with our Crispy Duck Pancakes? Switching out standard duck meat for this veggie version makes it suitable for plant-based diets while still delivering the flavour of your favourite takeaway treat – just be mindful of checking the add-ons if you’re calorie counting.

Linda McCartney Vegan Shredded Hoisin Duck is available from Morrisons, priced at £2.75 per 300g packet.

Wrap it up with our Crispy Duck Pancakes.

Hellmann’s Chilli Chargrill Mayo – 45 calories per serving

Hellmann’s Chilli Chargrill Mayo promises a smoky chilli kick – and it’s only 45 calories per serving? Consider us intrigued. Pop a big dollop of this on your plate for jazzing up chips, veggies, and nuggets!

And if you’re looking for a low-calorie fried potato option, we’ve got you covered with our Sweet Potato Fries! At just 215 calories per serving, they’re lighter than your usual fries – and we think they’d love a little chilli mayo action!

Hellman’s Chilli Chargrill Mayo is available in Morrisons, priced at £2.60 per 250ml bottle.

Get dipping with our Sweet Potato Fries!

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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Aldi Super 6 Fruit and Veg Selection

We love fresh food that’s easy on the budget, and Aldi’s Super 6 never disappoints. Scroll down to see our favourite budget finds, and check out the recipes we’ve recommended to get cooking:

Avocado

Our Tex Mex Toast is a tasty low-calorie spin on your usual avo toast.

Celery

Celery is one of the extra veggies we’ve sneaked into this Tomato Soup!

Sweet Vine Ripened Tomatoes

Ever heard of a Savoury Cheesecake? Well, you have now!

Easy Peelers

If you’ve got a zest for all things orange-flavoured, try our Orange Marmalade Baked Oats!

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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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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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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This week’s Weekly Pinch of Shopping is all about fuss-free favourites! Whether you’re hunting for time-saving meals, nostalgic sweet treats, or crowd-pleasing sides, we’ve got you sorted.

From crunchy tofu bites and gooey pizza bases to Opal Fruits (yes, they’re back!), this list is bursting with quick wins and feel-good flavour. There’s even an indulgent syrupy pud for when your sweet tooth calls…

So grab your notepad (or screenshot!), and let’s get shopping!

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.

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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!**

Tofoo Southern Fried Pieces – 239 calories per 1/2 pack

These crispy-coated tofu bites from Tesco are a plant-based dream! Made with Tofoo’s signature firm tofu, they crisp up beautifully in the air fryer or oven.

We love using tofu in place of chicken in our Mini Tofu Kyivs – just add a garlic dip and side salad, and dinner’s done in a flash.

Tofoo Southern Fried Pieces are available from Tesco, priced at £3.25 per 200g pack.

Try our Air Fryer Mini Tofu Kyivs recipe

Opal Fruits Original Retro Sweets – 154 calories per 100g

They’re BAAACK! Opal Fruits have returned with their original name and nostalgic flavours – the chewy citrusy sweets we all remember.

If you’re feeling inspired, try adding fruity flavour to your puds –  like in our summery Berry Dessert! 

Opal Fruits Original Retro Sweets are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £1.50 per bag.

Inspired to try our Summer Berry Dessert?

Amisa Organic Gluten Free Focaccia Rolls – 168 calories per 100g

These gluten-free focaccia rolls from Amisa are soft, slightly herby and perfect for tearing, dipping or stuffing with your favourite fillings.

We’re all about the Slow Cooker Focaccia life in our All In One book – people never believe us that you can make bread this good in the slow cooker! 

Amisa Organic Gluten Free Focaccia Rolls are available from Ocado, priced at £3.29 for 4 rolls (220g).

Try our homemade version here.

Extra Thick Mascarpone Loaded Dip – 112 calories per 1/4 pack

This thick, indulgent mascarpone dip is perfect for parties or picky teas. It’s loaded with herby flavour and a lovely creamy texture.

Its creaminess reminds us of our Tzatziki recipe, especially when paired with crunchy veg or toasted flatbreads. Just don’t forget to share (or don’t, we won’t judge!).

Extra Thick Mascarpone Loaded Dip is available from Aldi, priced at £1.49.

Homemade herby dips? Try our Tzatziki

Gosh! Street Food Katsu Bites – 143 calories per portion

Spiced with fragrant katsu curry flavours, these plant-based bites from Gosh! are delicious hot or cold. They are ideal for salads, lunchboxes or quick dinners.

Pair them with rice and our homemade Katsu Curry sauce for a light and speedy fakeaway that’s 100% meat-free.

Gosh! Street Food Katsu Bites are available from Tesco, priced at £2.85.

Serve with our Katsu Curry

Mr. Kipling Golden Syrup Sponge Puddings – 366 calories per pudding

Sometimes, only a proper pud will do. These Mr. Kipling sponge puddings are rich, syrupy and microwave in under a minute – hello comfort food!

Fancy a lighter take? Try our Microwave Chocolate Sponge Pudding Just as indulgent, but far fewer calories per portion.

Mr. Kipling Golden Syrup Sponge Puddings are available from ASDA, priced at £2.50 for a twin pack.

Try our slimming-friendly chocolate version here

Lamb & Mint Kebabs – 344 calories per 3 kebabs

Fresh, herby and full of flavour – these Lamb & Mint Kebabs are ideal for BBQs or grill nights. They’re already seasoned and ready to cook.

We’ve got a homemade version that’s perfect for batch cooking too: our Minted Lamb Kebabs with a side of fresh salad and flatbread.

Sainsbury’s Lamb & Mint Kebabs are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £4.00.

Or try our homemade Minted Lamb Kebabs

Kellogg’s High Protein Bites – 114 calories per portion

Protein-packed and chocolatey? Sign us up. These High Protein Bites are ideal for a quick breakfast, post-workout snack or to keep you going through the afternoon slump.

Each serving packs in 21g of plant-based protein – not bad for a cereal!

Kellogg’s High Protein Bites are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £2.75.

New York Bakery Co Everything Bagels – 224 calories per bagel

These everything bagels are soft, chewy and covered in crunchy toppings like sesame seeds, garlic and onion (the works!).

You could use them in our Bagel Burger recipe for a seriously flavour-packed twist on your usual bun – just remember to adjust the calories accordingly.

Everything NYC Bagels are available from ASDA, priced at £1.90 for a pack of 5.

Try our Bagel Burger recipe

Dell’Ugo Hand Stretched Pizza Base – 260 calories per 100g

 These Italian-style pizza bases are a brilliant shortcut for speedy homemade pizza nights –  just add sauce, toppings, and bake.

Inspired by our Pizza Boats, they’re a great base for getting creative (and getting the kids involved too!).

Dell’Ugo Hand Stretched Italian Pizza Base is available from Ocado, priced at £3.50 for 400g (serves 2).

Use our Pizza Boats for topping inspo

From nostalgic sweets to plant-based bites, creamy dips to crisped-up bagels – this week’s shopping list has something for every taste and craving. Whether you’re meal-prepping, snacking, or building a banging BBQ plate, we hope this inspires your next supermarket sweep!

Seen something slimming-friendly in your local shop? Let us know – it might feature in the next article!

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