Homemade popcorn is easy to make, and can be a healthy snack when made with a small amount of oil and salt. For other healthy topping ideas, see below.



 

    Serves: 4 servings    Total Time:  10 minutes Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes  

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## Ingredients

[Substitution Guide](/nourishing-our-community/teaching-kitchen/substitution-guide)

 Oil - 2 Tablespoons canola, avocado or other high heat oil Popcorn\_Kernels - ¼ cup Salt - ½ teaspoon kosher or sea salt, ¼ teaspoon table salt  

## Instructions

Step 1

Place oil and 3 popcorn kernels in a pot with the lid on over medium-high heat. Wait for the kernels to pop. 

Step 2

Once the kernels pop, remove the pot from the heat. Remover the 3 pieces of popcorn with a spoon and eat or discard. 

Step 3

Add the remaining popcron kernels to the pot. Cover the pot, and carefully shake it to distribute the kernels.

Step 4

Return the covered pot to the heat on medium-high. Keep the pot on the heat until the popping slows down or stops. 

Step 5

Turn off stove, remove pot from heat, and uncover immediately to allow the steam to escape. Season with salt or other toppings.*

 

### Notes

Parmesan Garlic Seasoning:

- Parmesan Cheese - 4 Tablespoons
- Garlic Powder - 1 teaspoon
- Dried Italian Herbs - 2 teaspoons (optional)

BBQ Popcorn

- Smoked Paprika - 3 Tablespoons
- Chipotle Chili Powder - ½ teaspoon
- Brown Sugar - 1 ½ Tablespoons
- Garlic Powder - 1 teaspoon
- Onion Powder - 1 teaspoon

Cheesy Without the Cheese

- Nutritional Yeast - 4 Tablespoons

Nutritional yeast is a heat treated yeast product that is available in most grocery stores. It tastes salty and cheesy but has no dairy and is low in sodium. It is rich in B vitamins.

## Nutrition Information

  Serving Size: 1/4 recipe serving Calories: 100 Calories Fat: 7.25g Saturated Fat: 1g Carbohydrates: Net Carb: 9.5g Dietary Fiber: 2g Protein: 1.25g Sodium: 150  

## Dietary Restrictions

 Vegan