A former Slimming World member has tested several frozen meals from Iceland's endorsed range, ranking them from worst to best. The reviewer, who previously followed the plan, found the products varied significantly in taste and quality.
The worst-rated item was the Slimming World chicken and mushroom broth, scoring just 1/10. The broth was described as bland and thin, with gelatinous mushrooms and uninspiring chicken. The reviewer advised Slimming World to revisit the recipe.
Cauliflower cheese came second last with 2/10, criticised for a runny, tangy sauce and insufficient cauliflower. The reviewer suggested oven cooking might improve it, but noted the microwave option should still work.
Beef in black bean sauce scored 4/10. While the sauce had a pleasant ginger and sweet flavour, the beef was overly soft and the vegetables too chunky, with sharp peppers detracting from the dish.
Caramelised onion sausages received 5/10. They were easy to cook and edible, but the texture was dry and rubbery due to low fat content, with minimal caramelised onion flavour and underwhelming seasoning.
Spaghetti bolognese fared better at 7/10, described as a fuss-free lunch with a generous sauce-to-pasta ratio, oregano hint, and hidden vegetables. The reviewer noted it didn't match homemade but was a decent option.
Maple flavoured pancakes topped the list with 9/10. They were praised for their convenience, toasting to a satisfying crust with fluffy interior and genuine maple flavour, ideal for a lazy Sunday breakfast.
Blueberry pancakes also scored highly, though not given a specific rating. The reviewer highlighted their convenience as a grab-and-go snack or light lunch, with a pleasant blueberry flavour.
