Low Sodium Kettle Popcorn
Indulge in the guilt-free delight of **Low Sodium Kettle Popcorn**—a healthier twist on the classic sweet-and-salty snack. This quick and easy recipe combines the light crunch of freshly popped kernels with a hint of sweetness from granulated sugar, balanced perfectly by a sprinkle of a salt substitute. Prepared with heart-healthy canola oil and finished with a touch of melted unsalted butter, it's a satisfying treat that’s lower in sodium but big on flavor! Ready in just 15 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for movie nights, family gatherings, or whenever you crave a deliciously wholesome snack. Make a batch today and enjoy a lighter version of your favorite kettle popcorn!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 0.25 teaspoon salt substitute
Instructions
Heat a large pot with a lid over medium heat and add the canola oil.
Add a couple of popcorn kernels to the pot and cover with the lid. Wait for these kernels to pop as an indication that the oil is hot enough.
Once the initial kernels pop, add the remaining popcorn kernels to the pot along with the granulated sugar.
Stir quickly with a wooden spoon to coat the kernels with sugar, and cover the pot with the lid.
Shake the pot occasionally to ensure even popping and prevent kernels from burning. Continue until most kernels have popped and popping slows down significantly.
Remove the pot from the heat and carefully transfer the popcorn to a large bowl.
In a small microwave-safe dish, melt the unsalted butter in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds.
Drizzle the melted butter over the popcorn, and toss gently to coat.
Sprinkle the salt substitute evenly over the popcorn and toss again.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container once cooled. Enjoy your low sodium kettle popcorn as a tasty, guilt-free treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
637 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.2 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.0 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 8 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1092 mg | 23% | |
*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.
