One cup of air-popped popcorn has 31 calories! Now that is a light but filling snack.
If you don’t have a hot air popper machine, just cook it in a pot with some oil (to cover the pan) and a touch of salt.
When the oil is hot, add the corn (about 1/2 cup) and cover with the lid. When you hear the “pops” start, begin shaking the pot and keep on shaking so that all the corn gets popped. I also lower the heat just a bit, so that I don’t burn the popcorn. This only takes about 2 to 3 minutes.
Then, slowly open the lid.
Instead of salt, you can add paprika, chili powder, or garlic powder.
Source: USDA nutrition database.
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