The Weekly Pinch of Shopping: 19.09.25
Hello autumn, and hello to your latest Weekly Pinch of Shopping! As the weather turns decidedly more drizzly, you’ll be wanting to reach for those comforting snacks and cosy dinner options! But who says cosy comfort can’t be slimming-friendly?
As always, we’ve rounded up a selection of treats to lift your spirits without raising your calorie intake. This week, we’ve found sunshine in a jar in the form of Angus & Oink’s Big Phat Greek Seasoning, and the ultimate Friday night fakeaway with Tesco’s Takeaway The Big Cheeseburger Classic Crust Pizza. We’ve also included some even lighter Pinch of Nom options, and ways to recreate your favourite flavours at home, so you’ll never be short of slimming-friendly ideas to fuel your week!
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Time to make some space in your cupboards…
M&S 2 Buffalo Chicken Burgers – 153 calories per 100g
If you’re looking to spice things up at dinnertime, these M&S Buffalo Chicken Burgers are well worth popping in your trolley. Coated in a chilli and paprika seasoning, they’ve got just the right amount of heat to liven up burger night without blowing your socks off.
And if you want to make your own fiery feast at home, our Fiery Buffalo Chicken Drumsticks are a brilliant place to start. They’re just as tasty, and perfect for sharing!
M&S Buffalo Chicken Burgers are available online at Ocado, priced at £5 per pack.
Try our Fiery Buffalo Chicken Drumsticks.
Angus & Oink Big Phat Greek Seasoning – 233 calories per 100g
The weather might be getting colder, but you can still add some sunshine to your mealtimes with Angus & Oink’s Big Phat Greek Seasoning. Made up of sea salt, paprika, dried lemon, and herbs, it’s bound to bring those fresh Mediterranean flavours to your kitchen (even if it’s raining outside!).
For even more easy flavour fixes, don’t forget our Flava It! range. We’ve created four delicious seasoning sachets – Creamy Garlic Chicken, Cajun-Style Dirty Rice, Campfire Stew, and Mediterranean-Style Traybake to help you inject your favourite Pinch of Nom flavours into your dishes with just a quick sprinkle.
Angus & Oink Big Phat Greek Seasoning is available from Tesco, priced at £2.75 per jar.
Add some Flava to your recipes.
Tesco Takeaway The Big Cheeseburger Classic Crust Pizza – 556 calories per ½ pizza
When you fancy a cheeky pizza night, Tesco’s Takeaway The Big Cheeseburger Classic Crust Pizza might catch your eye. It’s topped with beef, cheese, onions, and even gherkins to give you the feeling of a burger-in-a-slice.
But if you’re keeping an eye on the calories, our slimming-friendly Domino’s Fakeaway Pepperoni Passion Pizza is a great swap at just 358 calories per pizza!
Tesco Takeaway The Big Cheeseburger Classic Crust Pizza is available from Tesco, priced at £3 per pizza.
Our Domino’s Fakeaway is an even lighter way to get your pizza fix.
itsu Spicy Chicken Soup’Dumplings – 241 calories per pack
These itsu Spicy Chicken Soup’Dumplings are here to save the day when you’re in the mood for something quick but comforting. Each parcel is filled with chicken, veggies, and a splash of spicy broth – warming you up with every bite.
Pair them with our Vegetable Spring Rolls and you’ve got yourself a simple, Asian-inspired plate that’s perfect for perking you up midweek.
itsu spicy chicken soup’dumplings are available from Tesco, priced at £3 per packet.
Make it an Asian-inspired feast with our Vegetable Spring Rolls.
trüfrü Nature’s Blueberries in White & Dark Chocolate – 84 calories per portion
Get your fruit fix with a chocolatey twist with trüfü Nature’s Blueberries in White & Dark Chocolate. A freezer find worth shouting about, they’re a fab way to curb your sweet cravings without going overboard, at only 84 calories per serving.
Our slimming-friendly Fruity Flapjack Pizza is another great way to enjoy fruit as a sweet treat, with a chewy flapjack base, cream cheese topping, and plenty of fresh berries on top.
trüfrü Nature’s Blueberries are available from Tesco, priced at £5.95 per pack.
Tuck into our Fruity Flapjack Pizza with a cuppa.
MyProtein Chocolate Protein Pancakes – 257 calories per 100g
Trying to eat lean and squeeze in a bit more protein without giving up pancake mornings? MyProtein Chocolate Protein Pancakes give you that comforting pancake texture with a chocolate hit and a protein boost to help you hit your macros and keep you fuller for longer.
If you’re not chasing the protein or chocolate isn’t your thing, our own Oat Pancakes are another great breakfast option. They’re simple to make, and you’re in charge of toppings!
MyProtein Chocolate Protein Pancakes are available from Morrisons – currently reduced to £2!
Start your day with our Oat Pancakes.
Cadbury Twirl White Dipped – 118 calories per bar
White chocolate fans, this one’s for you! Cadbury’s has brought out a White Dipped Twirl for a limited time only, so grab one before they disappear off the shelves for good!
Prefer to keep things a bit lighter? Our White Chocolate Blondies have the same creamy flavour, but almost half the calories!
Cadbury Twirl White Dipped are available from Morrisons, priced at 85p per bar.
Treat yourself to our White Chocolate Blondies.
McCoy’s Secret Burger Sauce Flavour Ridge Cut Potato Crisps – 132 calories per pack
We just can’t get enough of burger flavours this week! This time it’s these McCoy’s Secret Burger Sauce Flavour Ridge Cut Potato Crisps, vegetarian-friendly, ridged for maximum crunch, and loaded with the tangy taste of burger sauce.
We’ve captured that same flavour in our Cheeseburger Chopped Salad! It’s bursting with fresh veg, lean beef, and our own zingy homemade burger sauce. And all that for less than 500 calories per serving!
McCoy’s Secret Burger Sauce Flavour Rich Cut Potato Crisps are available from Morrisons – and right now they’re only £1.75!
Discover another way to enjoy a burger without the bun.
Cadbury Brunch Oats & Honey Wholegrain Cereal Bars – 93 calories per bar
For a quick and tasty breakfast on busy mornings, pick up a pack of these Cadbury Brunch Oats & Honey Wholegrain Cereal Bars. At just 93 calories per bar, they’re a lighter option compared to standard Brunch bars, making them a great addition to your morning routine.
We don’t know about you, but we love our oats in a warming bowl. Our Apple Pie Porridge combines oats, apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg to create the perfect autumnal breakfast.
Cadbury Brunch Oats & Honey Wholegrain Cereal Bars are available from Sainsbury’s – priced at £1.50 per pack, or just £1 with your Nectar Card!
Power your day with our Apple Pie Porridge.
Kellogg’s Rice Krispies Squares Honeycomb and Chocolate Flavour Cereal Bars – 140 calories per bar
We love a good old Kellogg’s Squares bar, and we can’t wait to try this new Honeycomb and Chocolate edition! At 140 calories per bar, they’re a lovely little treat when you’re on the go.
For even less calories, bake a batch of our Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Bars. They’re sugar-free and only total 115 calories!
Kellogg’s Rice Krispies Squares Honeycomb and Chocolate Flavour are available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £2.25 per pack – or £1.65 with your Nectar Card!
Our Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Bars are an even lighter bite.
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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:
Swede – 37 calories per 100g
Savoy Cabbage – 27 calories per 100g
Carrots – 41 calories per 100g
Sweetcorn – 96 calories per 100g
Red Onions – 40 calories per 100g
Cauliflower – 25 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.