Mediterranean Diet Sweet and Salty Popcorn
Satisfy your snack cravings with this Mediterranean Diet Sweet and Salty Popcorn recipe, a deliciously balanced treat that combines wholesome ingredients and irresistible flavor. Perfect for healthier snacking, this popcorn is popped in extra-virgin olive oil, delivering a light, buttery taste without any guilt, and is drizzled with a hint of honey for natural sweetness. A sprinkle of sea salt adds the perfect complementary touch, while a dash of cinnamon (optional) lends extra warmth and depth to the flavor profile. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy recipe provides a crowd-pleasing snack that’s great for movie nights, afternoon cravings, or as a nutritious alternative to traditional popcorn. Packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors and simple, pantry-friendly ingredients, this sweet and salty popcorn is sure to become your go-to recipe for guilt-free indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cups popcorn kernels
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 tablespoons honey
- 0.25 teaspoons cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
Heat 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add 2 or 3 popcorn kernels and cover the pot with a lid.
Once the test kernels pop, add the remaining popcorn kernels in an even layer. Cover the pot again, leaving the lid slightly ajar to allow steam to escape, and shake the pot gently to distribute heat evenly.
Continue to cook the popcorn, shaking the pot occasionally, until the popping slows to about 2 seconds between pops. Remove the pot from heat and transfer the popcorn to a large mixing bowl.
In a small saucepan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the honey over low heat until warmed and easy to drizzle (about 1 to 2 minutes). If desired, stir in the cinnamon for added flavor.
Drizzle the honey mixture evenly over the popped popcorn, tossing to coat the kernels. Sprinkle the sea salt over the popcorn and toss again to ensure even seasoning.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Enjoy your Mediterranean Diet Sweet and Salty Popcorn as a healthy snack or movie night treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
610 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.8 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1168 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.8 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 13 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 178 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.
