Your Slimming Essentials – The Weekly Pinch of Shopping 30.06.23
Happy Friday, lovely people! Can you believe this is the last Weekly Pinch of Shopping before the end of June? We can’t tell you how this year’s flying by so fast, but we can share a whole new selection of gorgeous goodies…
Remember traditional sweet shops? We’ve found some nostalgic-style Lemon Sherbet Sweet Flavoured Yoghurts that’ll take you back in time for only 159 calories per pot.
Plus, get yourself sunshine ready with Morrisons’ chocolate-coated ice creams. They’re just as yummy as Magnum lollies for half the price!
Don’t worry, we’ve not forgotten about savoury light bites – you won’t regret adding the 92-calorie Peri Peri Chicken Skewers to your weekend menu.
We can’t quite believe our latest cookbook, Pinch of Nom: Budget, has been out in the world for a whole week! Has your copy arrived yet? We’re absolutely loving seeing everybody’s photos and posts. Don’t forget to tag us when you’re sharing them, we don’t want to miss a single one!
From Meatball Mash Bake to Veggie Quesadillas, there is something for everyone in our first-ever paperback cookbook (if you’ve not got yours yet, you can order here!).
You’ll get 50 brand-new recipes and 25 fan-favourites dishes that cut down on costs, without compromising on the Nom flavours you know and love.
Split into two chapters, dinners and desserts, ‘Budget’ is all about turning affordable ingredients and store cupboard staples into food that the whole family will love.
You can share your recipes and photos by posting over in our Facebook group, where you’ll also find our members having a good old chat about lots of these shopping items too. You can join the group by clicking here. Make sure to let us know if you spot any yummy looking, slimming-friendly new products on the supermarket shelves – we might just feature them in our next article!
Our Weekly Pinch of Shopping list aims to show you slimming-friendly products that you can find online or in one of your local supermarkets. We try to make it as easy as possible for you to pick up these items as part of your usual weekly shop, and we’ll always include the calorie information and the RRP for you.
Please remember that, although all prices are correct at the time of writing, supermarkets can change their prices often, so this should be used as a guide only.
Along with our favourite new finds from the supermarket shelves, each week we include details of the Aldi Super 6. Every fortnight Aldi discounts a selection of 6 fruits and veggies that you can pick up for a fraction of the price. This week we’ve given you a reminder of the current selection, so hurry down to Aldi to pick up some bargains before a fresh selection goes on offer next week!
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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!**
Don Simon Lemon & Strawberry Juice Drink – 18 calories per 100ml
It’s always good to have a refreshing, fruity thirst-quencher on standby for when the sun’s got its hat on. This Don Simon Lemon and Strawberry Juice Drink from ASDA will tingle your taste buds and soothe your sweet cravings for 18 calories per 100ml.
Why not try a glug over ice with wedges of your favourite fruits for an instant summertime cooler? If you prefer tangier flavours, you can always grab the Lime and Lemon Juice Drink from the same range – it’s 18 calories per 100ml too.
A delightfully easy recipe with only 4 ingredients, our Homemade Lemonade is far better for you and your budget than shop-bought versions.
You can store our slimming-friendly lemon syrup in the freezer all summer long. Simply add water and ice when you’re gasping for a sip in the sun!
Don Simon Lemon & Strawberry Juice Drink is available from ASDA, priced at £1.55 for a bottle (2 litres).
Nature’s Pick Peppery Bay Leaf Salad – 34 calories per serving
Guarantee that your lunchtime plate packs a punch with this Nature’s Pick Peppery Bay Leaf Salad from Aldi. A fresh, crispy mixture of baby red lettuce, red peppers, rocket, cherry tomatoes and spinach, it’s washed and ready to serve with meat, fish or any veggie-friendly alternative you fancy.
Bay leaves are a great way to enhance the flavours in your cooking, that’s why they’re the perfect complement for the smoky flavours in our hugely-popular Dirty Rice.
While restaurant versions of this Cajun and Chinese inspired fusion dish aren’t typically slimming friendly, you can use nifty swaps to recreate its signature taste without going off track.
By using low-fat mince, lean bacon and a home-style spice mix, we’ve brought each filling, fluffy pot down to just 391 calories per serving.
Nature’s Pick Peppery Bay Leaf Salad is available from Aldi, priced at £1.39 per pack.
ASDA Protein Egg Noodles – 269 calories per 1/2 pack
Tasty and quick, these ASDA Protein Egg Noodles will have you on your way to a healthy midweek meal in minutes. Higher in protein than standard egg noodles, they’ll leave you feeling full until bedtime – especially if you combine them with a medley of crunchy, fibre-filled, stir-fried vegetables!
One way to take a break from pasta or rice, noodles are a fork-twirling starting point for a variety of slimming-friendly dinners, including our Sticky Chilli Chicken with Noodles recipe.
One of the best things about homemade fakeaways is that you can control the spice level. A teaspoon of dried chilli flakes is all you need to create our sticky, Chinese takeaway-style marinade – the whole family’s bound to love it!
ASDA Protein Egg Noodles are available from ASDA, priced at £1.00 for a pack that serves 2.
Balconi Mini Rolls Cioccolato – 110 calories per mini roll
Say goodbye to your mid-afternoon sweet cravings with the help of these Balconi Mini Rolls Cioccolato. Rolled up with a luxurious-tasting chocolate cream middle, they’re made with an airy cocoa-infused sponge that goes down a treat with a cup of tea.
At 110 calories per mini cake, it’s well worth keeping an eye out for these swirled treats next time you’re shopping at Iceland.
If you’re a fan of Italy’s most famous dessert, you need to try our Tiramisu Swiss Roll recipe. The trick is not to rush this one! You’ll need to give your freshly-baked sponge roll plenty of time to cool before adding the creamy mascarpone filling and the deliciously bitter coffee-style drizzle. We promise, it’s so worth the wait!
Balconi Mini Rolls Cioccolato are available from Iceland, priced at £1.00 per pack.
Morrisons Herby Baby Potatoes – 135 calories per 1/2 pack
Ideal for light summertime lunches and dinners, these Morrisons Herby Baby Potatoes will look right at home with salmon, chicken or pork. Pre-coated in a glaze of salted butter, parsley and mint, they’re ready from the microwave in less than 7 minutes.
It’s no secret that we love the versatility of potatoes. From traybakes to curries, you can turn them into a slimming-friendly feast in lots of different ways.
Our Pesto Potato Salad borrows a classic recipe and makes it ten times better…with a zesty, bright green, pesto-style makeover!
By using Greek-style yoghurt instead of mayo, we’ve kept things lower in calories without losing creaminess. Serve them at your next picnic or BBQ spread for a scrummy burst of colour!
Morrisons Herby Baby Potatoes are available from Morrisons, priced at £1.09 for a pack that serves 2.
Shroomy Kitchen Shroom Dogs – 107 calories per shroom dog
These Shroomy Kitchen Shroom Dogs are jam-packed with so much mushroom-y goodness, they contribute to 1 of your 5-a-day! Once they’re covered in your favourite hot dog style toppings, we’re betting even the fussiest eaters won’t miss the meat.
We can’t talk about mushrooms without mentioning Marmite Mushrooms on Toast. A dish that always divides opinion at first, anyone who’s tried it agrees – it’s not to be missed!
Great for breakfast or brunch, our creamy Marmite-infused sauce seems as rich and indulgent as Hollandaise, for a fraction of the calories.
We’re so passionate about the versatility of mushrooms, we wrote a whole article about mushroom-based recipes! You can read it here.
Shroomy Kitchen Shroom Dogs are available from Iceland, priced at £3.50 for a pack of 2.
M&S Peri-Peri Diced Chicken Breast Kebabs – 92 calories per skewer
We’re keeping the BBQ inspiration coming with M&S Peri-Peri Diced Chicken Breast Kebabs. Skewered together with juicy red peppers, each tender chicken piece comes ready-marinated in a mildly-spiced peri-peri style blend.
You can keep things light with a crispy, mixed salad, or bulk out your skewers with a ‘Quick & Easy’ side serving of our Nando’s Spicy Rice.
With peri-peri seasoned chicken breast and a sweet-and-spicy chilli jam, it’s no wonder our Peri-Peri Chicken Wrap gives Nando’s a run for its money.
To try the full recipe, you’ll need to grab your copy of Enjoy and turn to pages 52-53. If you’ve not got a copy of our fifth cookbook yet, you can order one here.
Do you love kebab-style dishes? Take a scroll through Our Top Homemade Kebab Recipes for a bit of inspiration.
M&S Peri Peri Diced Chicken Breast Kebabs are available from Ocado, priced at £5.00 for a pack of 4.
Sainsbury’s Harissa Flatbreads – 279 calories per flatbread
As soon as these Harissa Flatbreads caught our eye in Sainsbury’s, we knew they’d have to come home with us. Seasoned with punchy harissa and drizzled with olive oil, we love watching them bake until they’re golden brown and irresistibly crispy.
You can tear and dip them into hummus, fold and fill them with your favourite sandwich fillings or dunk them in your favourite saucy dishes.
When you’ve got a curry that’s as scrumptious as our Lamb Rogan Josh, you’ll never regret having a tasty flatbread to hand for wiping your plate clean!
By preparing our aromatic curry paste from scratch, we’ve cut the calories and boosted the flavour. With cumin, paprika, turmeric, coriander and more in the mix, you know this one will give your spice rack a good clear-out.
Sainsbury’s Harissa Flatbreads are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £1.50 for a pack of 2.
Morrisons Salted Caramel Amour Sticks – 227 calories per ice cream
These Morrisons Salted Caramel Amour Sticks come in at 227 calories per lolly, for a fraction of the cost of a Magnum! Filled with a salted caramel flavoured ice cream, you’ll bite into a layer of velvety-smooth milk chocolate first.
It’s no problem if salted caramel isn’t your first choice – almond, mint and classic milk chocolate Amour Sticks are available too.
The truth is, there’s no need to run to the ice cream van when you can make our FABulous Lollies at home. Refreshingly fruity and delightfully retro, they’ll add some fun to your freezer for only 37 calories a pop.
Once your layers are frozen and ready, all that’s left to do is dip them in milk chocolate and your most fun, bright and colourful sprinkles!
Morrisons Salted Caramel Amour Sticks are available from Morrisons, priced at £1.45 for a pack of 3.
Brooklea Lemon Sherbet Flavour Yoghurts – 159 calories per pot
Since we can’t resist a blast from the past at Pinch of Nom, it’s no surprise that Aldi’s brand-new sweet shop inspired yoghurts caught our eye! While we went for the zingy Brooklea Lemon Sherbet Flavour Yoghurts, you can also choose marshmallow-flavoured pots from the same retro-feel range.
One to try if you’re a lover of zesty flavours, you’ll get at least 16 spongey squares from one batch of our Lemon Sponge Traybake. To make our traybake extra moreish, each square comes topped with a layer of lip-smackingly tangy lemon curd.
If you’re in the mood for a more indulgent pud, you can always try a square (or two!) with a glug of homemade Custard.
Brooklea Lemon Sherbet Flavour Yoghurts are available from Aldi, priced at £1.69 for a pack of 2 pots.
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:
- Limes – 30 calories per 100g
- Red Pepper – 31 calories per 100g
- Beef Tomato – 20 calories per 100g
- Mini Easy Peelers – 35 calories per 100g
- Mini Apples – 53 calories per 100g
- Jersey Royal Potatoes – 75 calories per 100g
**Remember: we do not take payment, promotion or gift for any of the items mentioned in these articles. We bring them to you because we love them and hope you will too!**
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