The Weekly Pinch of Shopping: 12.09.25
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!
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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!
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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.