The Weekly Pinch of Shopping: The Free From Edition
This week’s shopping round-up is a little bit different… we’re celebrating all things free from!
Whether you’re veggie, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, cooking for someone with certain dietary requirements, or simply looking to try something new, we’ve found some brilliant picks everyone can enjoy. We’ve also included plenty of PON recipes to help you put everything to good use!
And if you love a bit of organisation in the kitchen, don’t forget our brand new cookbook, Meal Prep, is coming on 24th September! You can pre-order it from Waterstones right now with 20% OFF, and you won’t be charged until publication day. Inside, you’ll find 48 veggie recipes, plus 16 recipes with veggie-friendly swaps, PLUS plenty of vegan and gluten and dairy-free options too.
Click here or the image below to grab a copy!
Who’s ready to find their next free from favourite…?
Tesco Free From Carbonara Sauce 485g – 140 calories per 1/4 jar
Carbonara doesn’t have to be off the menu if you’re gluten and dairy-free! This creamy sauce from Tesco’s free-from range is a simple shortcut to the delicious pasta dish.
And if you just can’t get enough, our Smoked Salmon Spaghetti Carbonara can also be made both gluten and dairy-free with a couple of simple swaps.
Tesco Free From Carbonara Sauce is available from Tesco, £1.35 per jar.
Add a fish twist to your spaghetti.
Tesco Free From Soya Alternative to Greek Style Yoghurt 400g – 52 calories per 1/4 pot
Greek-style yoghurt is one of those handy fridge staples we always like to have on hand. It’s brilliant for everything from sweet breakfast bowls to savoury sauces, and this gluten and milk-free version from Tesco means you can enjoy all that versatility without worrying if you’re living with food intolerances.
We recommend adding a dollop to our Biscoff Swirls — they can also easily be made dairy-free, provided you’re using suitable puff pastry and a milk alternative. For gluten-free recipes, you’ll find plenty on this tag.
Tesco Free From Soya Alternative to Greek Style Yoghurt is available from Tesco, priced at £1.50 per pot.
The perfect pairing.
Tesco Free From Korma 500g – 90 calories per 1/4 jar
Another lifesaving jar that works for all the dietary requirements around the table, this korma sauce is gluten, wheat, and milk-free.
Our Lentil Curry is also a fab option for curry night — it’s naturally vegan and dairy-free, and you can switch out the stock for a gluten-free version.
Tesco Free From Korma is available from Tesco, priced at £1.35 per jar.
Nairn’s Gluten Free Mini Choc Chip Bakes – 223 calories per serving
Even in a heatwave, we reckon there’s always time for a cuppa. Pair it with these gluten-free Mini Choc Chip Bakes, which have 30% less sugar than the usual recipe and are getting rave reviews from the gluten-free community.
Of course, we know our way around a gluten-free bake too! These Coconut and Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies are suitable for veggies and those following a gluten-free diet, ready in half an hour, and they’re just over 50 calories!
Nairn’s Gluten Free Mini Choc Chip Bakes are available online at Ocado, priced at £1 per packet.
These are mega moreish.
Magnum Mini Classic Almond & White Chocolate Ice Cream Sticks – 152 calories per Magnum
If you find a frozen snack more comforting in this weather, pop a box of these almond and white chocolate-flavoured gluten-free Magnum Mini Classics in your trolley.
Or if you’ve got a Ninja Creami, make the most of it with this Ninja Creami Banoffee Ice Cream, another delicious gluten-free frozen treat.
Magnum Mini Classic Almond & White Chocolate Ice Cream Sticks are available online at Ocado, and you can get a box of 6 for just £3.75 when you order by 11/08/2026.
Get the scoop.
Nutella Plant Based Hazelnut & Chocolate Spread – 80 calories per portion
The breakfast possibilities end endless with this jar of plant-based Nutella! Whether you’re spreading it on toast, dolloping it onto crumpets, or drizzling it over our Banana and Chocolate Pancakes, it’s a delicious way to start the day.
Nutella Plant Based Hazelnut & Chocolate Spread is available online at Ocado, priced at £4 per jar.
Flippin’ tasty.
Peperami Limited Edition Doritos BBQ Sweet Tang Flavour 10g – 112 calories per Peperami
Love a BBQ-inspired flavour? This gluten-free Limited Edition Peperami Doritos BBQ Sweet Tang flavour has got us craving all things barbecue!
If you love those bold flavours, you’ll want to try our Pulled Pork recipe. It’s slow-cooked until deliciously tender and perfect for piling into a roll or serving with your favourite sides. They’re naturally dairy-free, and can easily be made gluten-free with a couple of swaps.
Peperami Limited Edition Doritos BBQ Sweet Tang are available from Iceland, priced at £3 per pack.
Plate this up at your BBQ.
Philadelphia Protein Low Fat Cottage Cheese 200g – 80 calories per portion
Looking for an easy gluten-free way to add a little extra protein to your breakfast? Philadelphia Protein Low Fat Cottage Cheese is a brilliant fridge staple! We think it would make the perfect topping for our Breakfast Muffins.
Philadelphia Protein Low Fat Cottage Cheese is available from Iceland, and right now it’s reduced to £1.35.
Start your day right.
Eat Real Multiseed Tortillas Smoky Tomato Salsa Flavour with a Hint of Chilli 160g – 131 calories per 26g serving
Planning a Mexican-inspired feast? These Eat Real Multiseed Tortillas in Smoky Tomato Salsa Flavour with a Hint of Chilli are the perfect addition to your spread! They’re gluten-free and vegan-friendly, and packed with natural goodness.
Pair them with our Mexican-Style Corn on the Cob to bring a little sunshine to the table.
Eat Real Multiseed Tortillas Smoky Tomato Salsa Flavour are available from ASDA, priced at £1.50 per packet.
Make it a Mexican spread.
ASDA OMV! Plant Based 2 No Chicken Kievs 280g – 290 calories per kiev
These ASDA OMV! Plant Based No Chicken Kievs are a great vegan option to have in the freezer. They’re so easy to prepare, just what you need when you want something speedy but satisfying!
Why not make it an Eastern European-inspired meal by serving up our Baklava afterwards? It’s vegan and dairy-free, not to mention a deliciously sweet way to round everything off.
ASDA OMV! Plant Based 2 No Chicken Kievs are available from ASDA, priced at £2.54 per box of two.
Room for dessert?
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Aldi Super 6 Fruit and Veg Selection
Tasty meals don’t have to cost a fortune! And Aldi is once again proving it with their affordable Super 6 selection. Scroll down to see the latest offers and how you can make the most of them…
Garlic
One-pan pasta recipe this way!
Mixed Peppers
Fancy a fakeaway?
Blueberries
Tart up your next dinner party!
Cherries
Here’s a meat-free meal for your repertoire.
British Baby Potatoes
It’s never too hot for roasties, especially when they’re this good.
British Mini Apples
Here’s a salad if you don’t fancy switching the oven on.
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.