Power Popcorn
Elevate your snacking game with Power Popcorn, the ultimate healthy popcorn recipe that’s as nutritious as it is flavorful! Made with air-popped kernels and infused with a medley of superfood toppings, including chia seeds, hemp seeds, and pumpkin seeds, this recipe delivers a satisfying crunch packed with plant-based protein and essential nutrients. A savory blend of nutritional yeast, turmeric, garlic powder, and paprika adds a cheesy, umami-rich kick with a hint of smoky spice, while coconut oil gives the kernels a light and buttery texture without any dairy. Ready in just 15 minutes, this vegan and gluten-free snack is perfect for movie nights, mid-day cravings, or post-workout refueling. Prepare a bowl of Power Popcorn and enjoy an irresistible fusion of flavor and wholesome goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 1 tablespoon Chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon Hemp seeds
- 2 tablespoons Pumpkin seeds (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the coconut oil and let it melt completely.
Test the oil temperature by tossing in a couple of popcorn kernels. Once they pop, the oil is ready.
Add the remaining popcorn kernels to the pot in an even layer. Cover the pot with a lid, leaving it slightly ajar to release steam.
Shake the pot occasionally to prevent the kernels from burning. Keep the pot on the heat until the popping slows down, approximately 2-3 seconds between pops.
Remove the pot from the heat and transfer the popped popcorn to a large mixing bowl.
Sprinkle the nutritional yeast, ground turmeric, garlic powder, paprika, and sea salt evenly over the popcorn. Use clean hands or a wooden spoon to toss thoroughly, ensuring every kernel is coated with the seasoning.
Add the chia seeds, hemp seeds, and pumpkin seeds (if using) to the popcorn, tossing again to mix evenly.
Serve immediately for the crispiest texture, or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
905 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.9 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.1 g | 131% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1192 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.2 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.2 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 31.0 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 102 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 1033 mg | 22% | |
*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.
