Are you ready for your bank holiday edition of the Weekly Pinch of Shopping? Rain or shine, we’ve found new lunch and dinner bits to add to your list this weekend.
These Sweet Yakitori Chicken Thigh Kebabs from Asda can go on the barbecue, or just pop them under the grill or in the oven if there’s no sunshine on the cards.
Don’t worry, we’ve got snacks and sweet treats covered too! Salad flavoured crisps might sound weird, but we can’t wait to try the Extra Special Caprese Flavour Hand Cooked Crisps that we’ve spotted.
You’re going to want to scroll right to the bottom of the article to read all about the Millionaire’s Ice Cream Bars…they’re next level choc ices with an oozy caramel layer, and they’re just 147 calories each!
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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! The members in our incredible Facebook group are always happy to have a good old chat about lots of these shopping items. You can join the group by clicking here.
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!**
Sainsbury’s Chicken Caesar Bake with a Crunchy Bacon Crumb, Taste the Difference – 342 calories per pack
Fill your plate with summery flavours by dishing up this Sainsbury’s Chicken Caesar Bake with a Crunchy Bacon Crumb from the Taste the Difference range this weekend.
The tender chicken breast comes smothered in a creamy Caesar sauce, enriched with mature cheese, garlic and Dijon mustard. Pop it in the oven and serve it with a crisp green salad or some nice fresh veggies.
For a lighter take on the classic salad, don’t miss our Chicken and Bacon Caesar Salad recipe. The secret is all in swapping the classic high-calorie dressing for our own garlicky version, using fat-free Greek yoghurt. For just 201 calories per serving, it’s a lovely light lunch that never gets boring.
Sainsbury’s Chicken Caesar Bake with a Crunchy Bacon Crumb, Taste the Difference is available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £6.50.
Root & Soul Roasted Broccoli & Rice Layered Salad – 212 calories per 1/2 pack
There’s a whole load of new vegetarian ready meals on the shelves at Tesco! The Root and Soul range promises to make vegetables the star of the show, pairing them with grains, nuts and seeds, to bring out the best flavours.
This Root and Soul Roasted Broccoli and Rice Layered Salad is just one of the new offerings, and we reckon it’s a versatile dish that you can enjoy on its own, or as a nutritious side. Packed with green veg, it includes a sachet of chickpea, soy and chilli sauce to spice things up!
Talking of fiery green veggies that go with everything, have you tried our Chilli Roasted Greens yet? They’re ready to serve in just 25 minutes, and each portion of delicious green goodness works out at only 62 calories.
Root & Soul Roasted Broccoli & Rice Layered Salad is available from Tesco, priced at £4.50.
ASDA Extra Special Caprese Flavour Hand Cooked Crisps – 214 calories per 1/6 pack
Salad flavoured crisps? Yes, really! A few new flavours have popped up at Asda this week, but it’s these Extra Special Caprese Flavour Hand Cooked Crisps that we’re most excited to try. Inspired by the summery salad made from buffalo mozzarella, tomatoes and basil, this savoury treat is perfect for snacking on in the sunshine. You can munch through a serving for 214 calories – and we’re betting they’ll go down a treat with some homemade Hummus-Style Dip!
There’s something about the fresh flavours in a Caprese salad that reminds us of holidays. We’ve baked slices of mozzarella and tomato into a juicy chicken breast to make this easy-peasy Caprese Baked Chicken – and it’s perfect for eating in the garden all summer long.
ASDA Extra Special Caprese Flavour Hand Cooked Crisps are available from Asda, priced at £1.35.
Bottlegreen Edwards Vodka Raspberry – less than 150 calories per can
It’d be rude not to indulge in a tipple or two while the sun is shining! We’ve spotted these cans of Bottlegreen Edwards Vodka Raspberry at Morrisons this week, and they’re ideal for sipping on a sunny afternoon.
Each can is less than 150 calories, and if the fruity raspberry version isn’t your bag, there’s a fragrant elderflower one on the shelves too. Crack one open and enjoy the fizzy, refreshing flavour the next time the sun’s shining.
If you’re planning on entertaining guests anytime soon, a jug of Pink Sangria will kick off the celebrations in style. It’s made from rosé wine mixed with Peach Schnapps, topped up with sparkling water and infused with fresh fruit. A pitcher will serve 8, at just 109 calories a glass.
Bottlegreen Edwards Vodka Raspberry is available from Morrisons, priced at £2.25 per can.
ASDA Sweet Yakitori Chicken Thigh Kebabs – 186 calories per 1/4 pack
While we’re finally enjoying a little bit of barbecue weather, you might want to pop into Asda for a pack of these Sweet Yakitori Chicken Thigh Kebabs. They come ready-coated in a sticky-sweet marinade, ready to throw under the grill or onto the BBQ.
Chicken thighs are a little bit fattier than breast, and this is what makes them especially juicy, flavourful and succulent. Load up your plate with a couple of skewers, add some side salad and you’re onto a winner!
A platter of Jewelled Giant Couscous is a must-have for your next garden gathering. It’s the ultimate summery side dish, packed full of fresh, crunchy veggies and topped with a sprinkling of juicy-sweet pomegranate seeds.
ASDA Sweet Yakitori Chicken Thigh Kebabs are available from Asda, priced at £4.40 for a pack of 4 kebabs.
Morrisons The Best Vegan Bhaji Salad – 367 calories per pack
It can sometimes be tricky to spot vegan-friendly grab-and-go bits at the supermarket, so we were pleased to find this new The Best Vegan Bhaji Salad from Morrisons. The hearty lunchtime bite includes a trio of onion bhajis, served with a medley of turmeric and black rice, spicy chana masala, crisp salad leaves and pickled carrot and cabbage.
Handy on those days where you haven’t had time to meal prep, each pack is 367 calories, which means you can enjoy the convenience, without it taking you off track.
If it’s vegan recipes you’re after, we’ve rounded up some of our favourites in our Slimming-Friendly Vegan Recipes article here. Keep an eye on the vegan section of our website too, we’re always adding tasty dishes like this Hasselback Butternut Squash. It’s bursting with flavour, and finished with crumbled dairy-free feta-style cheese.
Morrisons The Best Vegan Bhaji Salad is available from Morrisons, priced at £4.00.
Yorkie Milk Chocolate Dessert – 92 calories per pot
We’ve got good news for anyone who can’t make it through the week without an indulgent, chocolatey treat (that’s us then…)! These Yorkie Milk Chocolate Desserts are new at Iceland, and they’re every bit as delicious and decadent as they sound.
Despite being just 92 calories per pot, the smooth, creamy puddings don’t taste slimming friendly one bit. Grab a spoon and treat yourself after dinner, or pop one in your packed lunch to see you through the afternoon!
Did someone say chocolate? The easiest and tastiest way to satisfy your cravings has to be a batch of our Chocolate Brownies. They’re out of the oven in well under 20 minutes, leaving you with squidgy squares of heaven, that are just 59 calories each.
Yorkie Milk Chocolate Desserts are available from Iceland, priced at £2.50 for a pack of 4.
Arctic Iced Coffee Hi Protein Caramel Latte – 125 calories (15g protein)
Get your caffeine fix and a protein boost all in one with this Arctic Iced Coffee Hi Protein Caramel Latte. Perfect for an after-gym drink, you could also serve it with your breakfast to make sure you’re getting the day off to the best possible start.
Protein will keep you feeling fuller for longer, so it makes a great addition to your morning meal. Low in fat, and just 125 calories per carton, serve this latte straight from the fridge as an ice cold beverage that you can drink on the go.
If you only get out of bed for the first coffee of the day, we have a sneaky suspicion that you’ll love our new Raspberry Mocha Granola Pots. We’re talking layers of crunchy homemade granola, chocolatey yoghurt and juicy raspberries, with a hint of coffee thrown in for good measure.
Arctic Iced Coffee Hi Protein Caramel Latte is available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £1.15.
The Grill Guys British Beef Smashed Burgers – 290 calories per 100g (cooked)
Smash burgers are having a moment right now! The trendy patties have been popping up at restaurants and on takeaway menus – they’re thinner than your average beef burger, which means they get crispier when they’re cooked.
Aldi has had a go at making their own version, stocking the shelves with these The Grill Guys British Beef Smashed Burgers. With bone marrow butter for added richness, these are a real treat, especially if you’re firing up the BBQ over the weekend.
Bang one in a burger bun and add a side of crispy Sweet Potato Fries. They make a nice change from your usual chips, and they’re tastier (and healthier) than a fast food version!
The Grill Guys British Beef Smashed Burgers are available from Aldi, priced at £2.49 for a pack of 4 (but they’re currently on offer for £1.99!)
Sainsbury’s Millionaire’s Ice Cream Bars – 147 calories per choc ice
We’re working on the theory that if we stock the freezer with icy treats, we’ll have a scorcher of a summer…right? Whatever the weather, these Sainsbury’s Millionaire’s Ice Cream Bars look too good to miss.
A step up from the bog standard chocolate-covered ice cream we had as kids, these have a centre of smooth vanilla ice cream with a rich layer of caramel sauce. Even the milk chocolate coating is fancy – it’s loaded up with crunchy biscuit pieces for extra texture.
We love a frozen treat with a crunchy topping, so it’s no surprise that we always have a tub of Strawberry Cheesecake Frozen Yoghurt in our freezer. Crumbled biscuits are sprinkled all over the top to give every creamy spoonful the most delightful crunch!
Sainsbury’s Millionaire’s Ice Cream Bars are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £2.50 for a pack of 4.
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
- Jersey Royal New Potatoes – 75 calories per 100g
- Radish – 16 calories per 100g
- Mango – 60 calories per 100g
- Bananas – 89 calories per 100g
- Large Vine Tomatoes – 20 calories per 100g
- Blueberries – 57 calories per 100g
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