Low Sodium Homemade Popcorn
Elevate your snacking game with this irresistible Low Sodium Homemade Popcorn recipe, a perfect blend of flavor and simplicity. Made with wholesome popcorn kernels, heart-healthy olive oil, and a savory mix of nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper, this recipe delivers bold flavor without relying on excess salt. Ready in under 15 minutes, it’s a quick, guilt-free option for movie nights, parties, or afternoon cravings. With its light, crispy texture and nutrient-packed toppings, this popcorn is a must-try for anyone seeking healthier snack alternatives. Serve fresh and enjoy the perfect balance of crunch and seasoning in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Place a large heavy-bottomed pot on the stove over medium heat.
Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the pot and let it heat up for about 1 minute.
To test if the oil is hot enough, drop a single popcorn kernel into the pot. If it spins or pops, the oil is ready.
Once the oil is ready, add 0.5 cup of popcorn kernels to the pot and cover it with a lid.
Gently shake the pot occasionally to ensure that the kernels are evenly coated with oil and do not stick to the bottom.
Continue cooking on medium heat until the popping slows down to about 2 seconds between pops. This usually takes about 5 to 6 minutes.
Once the popping has slowed, remove the pot from the heat and carefully remove the lid to avoid steam.
Pour the popped popcorn into a large bowl.
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast over the popcorn, along with 0.5 teaspoon of garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoon of onion powder, and 0.25 teaspoon of ground black pepper.
Toss the popcorn gently with your hands or a spoon until evenly coated with the seasonings.
Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
490 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.4 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 396 mg | 8% | |
*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.
