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Published 17 Dec 2024
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Supermarkets slash prices for Christmas
With tight budgets this festive season, many are feeling the pinch when it comes to Christmas dinner.
Published: 17 December 2024
Thankfully, major supermarkets are dramatically reducing prices on essential vegetables, just in time for the holiday feast.
Budget-friendly veggies
Carrots, potatoes, and the all-important Brussels sprouts are among the discounted items, starting at just 15p. Yes, you read that right – 15p!
Most discounts are available to everyone, but you’ll need a Clubcard or Nectar card to pick up the savings at Tesco or Sainsbury’s.
Where to find the best deals
The exact vegetables on offer vary, so here’s a quick rundown:
Aldi
The festive Super Six deal runs from 19-24 December (or while stocks last).
Veg |
Price |
Weight |
Broccoli |
15p |
each |
Cabbage (red or white) |
15p |
each |
Carrots |
15p |
1kg |
Parsnips |
15p |
500g |
Potatoes |
15p |
2kg |
Sprouts |
15p |
500g |
Asda
The offer runs from 19-24 December.
Veg |
Price |
Weight |
Broccoli |
15p |
each |
Carrots |
15p |
1kg |
Parsnips |
15p |
500g |
Potatoes |
15p |
2kg |
Sprouts |
15p |
500g |
Lidl
Lidl’s deal runs from 19-24 December.
Veg |
Price |
Weight |
Carrots |
15p |
1kg |
Parsnips |
15p |
500g |
Potatoes |
15p |
2kg |
Shallots (echalion) |
15p |
300g |
Sprouts |
15p |
500g |
Swede |
15p |
each |
Sainsbury’s
Nectar prices are available from 18-24 December.
Veg | Price (with Nectar Card) | Weight |
Cabbage (red or white) |
15p |
each |
Carrots |
15p |
1kg |
Parsnips |
15p |
500g |
Potatoes |
15p |
2kg |
Sprouts |
15p |
500g |
Swede |
15p |
each |
Tesco
Clubcard prices are in place from now until 24 December.
Veg |
Price (with Clubcard) |
Weight |
Carrots |
15p |
1kg |
Parsnips |
15p |
500g |
Potatoes |
15p |
2kg |
Sprouts |
15p |
500g |
Winner, winner
That’s the veg sorted for less than a quid, but what about the rest?
Aldi’s got the cheapest turkey we’ve seen, and you can pick up other essentials for small change, too.
If you’ve got room in your budget for a few Christmas luxuries, check out our shopping basket from all the major supermarkets.
Michelle is a qualified journalist who spent over seven years writing for her local online newspaper. Having grown up in some of the North West’s most deprived areas, she has a first-hand and empathetic understanding of what it means to face serious money worries. With a strong interest in mental health issues, she is a keen advocate of boosting the accessibility of financial wellness services.
Published: 17 December 2024
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