Mediterranean Diet Classic Kettle Corn Popcorn
Indulge in a wholesome twist on a snack-time favorite with our Mediterranean Diet Classic Kettle Corn Popcorn recipe! This guilt-free variation swaps butter for heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil, and uses a touch of honey and sea salt to achieve the perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this healthy popcorn that's ideal for movie nights, party snacks, or satisfying those midday cravings. Made with simple, clean ingredients and Mediterranean-inspired flair, this recipe delivers a crispy, lightly caramelized treat without compromising your wellness goals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Place a large, heavy-bottomed pot with a lid on medium heat. Add the extra virgin olive oil to the pot.
Once the oil is shimmering, add a few popcorn kernels to the pot and cover it.
Wait for these kernels to pop, which indicates that the oil is hot enough. Once popped, remove the test kernels.
Quickly add the rest of the popcorn kernels in an even layer. Immediately drizzle the honey over the kernels, and sprinkle with sea salt.
Cover the pot with the lid, but leave it slightly ajar so steam can escape. Shake the pot gently back and forth over the heat as the kernels pop.
Continue shaking frequently until the popping slows down to about 2 seconds between pops.
Remove the pot from the heat, and carefully transfer the kettle corn to a large bowl.
Taste and adjust the sea salt if necessary. Allow the kettle corn to cool for a few minutes before serving to let it crisp up further.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
556 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.2 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1168 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.6 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 8 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 186 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.
