Lemon and Dill Popcorn
Elevate your snacking game with this zesty and herbaceous Lemon and Dill Popcorn—a delightful twist on a classic favorite! Perfectly popped kernels are tossed with a luxurious blend of melted butter, bright lemon zest, and aromatic dried dill, then seasoned with a hint of salt and pepper for a balanced explosion of flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make treat is ideal for movie nights, casual gatherings, or whenever you're craving a light yet flavorful snack. With its unique citrus-herb profile, Lemon and Dill Popcorn is sure to become your go-to gourmet snack!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or coconut oil)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the vegetable oil.
Add 2-3 popcorn kernels to the pot as testers. Cover the pot with a lid and wait for the testers to pop. Once they do, the oil is ready.
Add the remaining popcorn kernels to the pot, spreading them into an even layer. Cover with the lid, leaving it slightly ajar to allow steam to escape.
Gently shake the pot intermittently to prevent burning. Continue cooking until the popping slows to about 2 seconds between pops, then remove from heat.
Transfer the popped popcorn to a large bowl.
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Once melted, stir in the lemon zest, dried dill, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Drizzle the butter mixture evenly over the popcorn, tossing as you go to ensure even coating.
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve immediately and enjoy your Lemon and Dill Popcorn!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
636 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.3 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1189 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 201 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
