Spiced Popcorn Low Carb
Transform your snack game with this delicious and guilt-free Spiced Popcorn Low Carb recipe, perfect for keto and low-carb diets. Featuring a simple yet bold blend of spices—paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, and optional cayenne pepper—this popcorn delivers irresistible savory heat with every crunchy bite. Popped to perfection in coconut oil, it boasts a rich flavor and healthier fat profile compared to traditional butter popcorns. With just 15 minutes from start to finish, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for movie nights, party appetizers, or an elevated midday snack. Customize the spice level and serve fresh for a satisfying treat that’s both flavorful and diet-friendly!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unpopped popcorn kernels
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Heat the coconut oil in a medium-sized, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add 2-3 popcorn kernels to the pot and cover it with a lid.
When the test kernels pop, remove them from the pot and add the remaining popcorn kernels. Cover the pot, leaving the lid slightly ajar to let steam escape.
Shake the pot occasionally while the kernels pop to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
Once the popping slows to about 2-3 seconds between pops, remove the pot from heat.
Transfer the popped popcorn to a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Sprinkle the spice mix evenly over the popcorn, tossing well to coat all the kernels.
Serve immediately and enjoy your spiced low-carb popcorn!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
247 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.4 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.8 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1184 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.1 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 9 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 132 mg | 3% | |
*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.
