Lemon Parmesan Rosemary Popcorn Recipe
Servings 6 servings
Discover a healthier way to snack with this easy Lemon Parmesan Rosemary Popcorn! If you're a fan of rosemary and Parmesan, this wholesome popcorn snack hits all the right notes. Packed with fiber and flavor, it's the perfect combo of tangy lemon zest, aromatic rosemary, and savory Parmesan cheese, so you can satisfy your snack cravings without compromising!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Zest of 1 medium lemon
- 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary (or more to taste)
- Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
Quick Microwave Method
- Put ¼ cup of kernels into a brown paper lunch bag at a time. Fold the bag over at the top several times. Place in the microwave for 1 1/2-3 minutes, or until the popping sound decreases. Repeat with the other ¼ cup of kernels.
- Once all the kernels have been popped, place the popcorn into a large bowl. Drizzle olive oil over the popcorn and gently toss to coat.
- Use a Microplane or grater to grate some lemon zest and Parmesan over the bowl of popcorn. Add rosemary, then season with salt and pepper, to taste. Toss to distribute the seasonings. Let the popcorn sit about one minute before serving.
Non-Microwave Method
- Heat oil in a medium, heavy saucepan over medium-high heat. Add popcorn kernels to oil in saucepan; shake lightly to distribute kernels evenly. Cover and cook 2 minutes or until kernels begin to pop, shaking pan frequently. Continue cooking 1 minute, shaking pan constantly. When popping slows down, remove the pan from heat and dump the popcorn into the bowl. Sprinkle the seasonings over the popcorn as stated above in the microwave method.
Notes
- When popping the kernels, watch it carefully as you don't want the popcorn to burn. I like to start by microwaving it for 1 minute and then check it and remove any pieces that have already been popped. Then place the bag back in the microwave for 30 seconds or so to allow the remaining kernels to pop.
- Give the popcorn a good toss before serving since some of the rosemary parmesan seasoning will settle to the bottom of the bowl.
- Rather than drizzling, you can also spray the popcorn with olive oil since it distributes the olive oil more evenly, which helps the toppings better adhere to each piece.
Nutrition
Calories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 68mgPotassium: 42mgFiber: 2gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 37IUVitamin C: 0.04mgCalcium: 51mgIron: 1mg
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