These popcorn kernels might not seem very exciting, but once cooked they make a soft and fluffy snack which can....
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ 4.0 starsThese popcorn kernels might not seem very exciting, but once cooked they make a soft and fluffy snack which can be enjoyed sweet, savoury or plain. These popcorn kernels are unflavoured but are very easy to add flavours which best suit your taste buds. You don’t need any special equipment to make your own popcorn, simply find a large sauce pan, and coat the bottom with oil (or butter if you prefer), add your popcorn kernels (between 50-100g a serving) and apply a medium to high heat and place the lid on top. It won't take long for the kernels to pop, and you can tell once they are all pop once the popping sound stops or slows down, Keep the lid on to prevent heat the from escaping. To avoid any kernels sticking to the plan shake it occasionally to keep them kernels moving and to get the uncooked kernels to the bottom. Once it's all cooked, you can get customising and add your favourite flavouring.
Popcorn can be a nutritious and healthy snack as it’s high in fiber, low in calories and is a whole grain, too. However, it’s the coatings and flavors that count – some types of popcorn are less suitable for pregnant women than others, depending on the fat and sugar content.
In addition to fiber, popcorn also is a good source of polyphenols, which are antioxidants that have been linked to better blood circulation and digestive health, as well as a potentially lower risk of certain cancers. Another health benefit of popcorn is its high satiety.
Nutrition Facts | |
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For a Serving Size of 100 grams (100g) | |
Calories 365 | Calories from Fat 42.7 (11.7%) |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 4.7g | - |
Saturated fat 0.7g | - |
Monounsaturated fat 1.3g | - |
Polyunsaturated fat 2.2g | - |
Sodium 35mg | 2% |
Potassium 287mg | - |
Carbohydrates 74.3g | - |
Net carbs 67g | - |
Sugar 0.6g | - |
Fiber 7.3g | 30% |
Protein 9.4g | |
Vitamins and minerals | |
Vitamin A 11μg | 2% |
Vitamin A IU 214IU | - |
Vitamin B6 0.6mg | 48% |
Vitamin B12 0μg | 0% |
Vitamin C 0mg | 0% |
Vitamin D 0μg | 0% |
Vitamin D IU 0IU | - |
Vitamin E 0.5mg | 3% |
Vitamin K 0.3μg | 1% |
Caffeine 0mg | - |
Calcium 7mg | 1% |
Iron 2.7mg | 34% |
Magnesium 127mg | 37% |
Phosphorus 210mg | 21% |
Zinc 2.2mg | 15% |
Copper 0.3mg | 16% |
Manganese 0.5mg | 25% |
Selenium 15.5μg | 23% |
Retinol 0μg | - |
Lycopene 0μg | - |
Thiamine 0.4mg | 26% |
Riboflavin 0.2mg | 12% |
Niacin 3.6mg | 19% |
Folate 19μg | 5% |
Water 10.4g | - |
Fatty acids | |
Amino acids | |
Tryptophan 0.1g | - |
Threonine 0.4g | - |
Isoleucine 0.3g | - |
Leucine 1.2g | - |
Lysine 0.3g | - |
Methionine 0.2g | - |
Cystine 0.2g | - |
Phenylalanine 0.5g | - |
Tyrosine 0.4g | - |
Valine 0.5g | - |
Arginine 0.5g | - |
Histidine 0.3g | - |
Alanine 0.7g | - |
Aspartic acid 0.7g | - |
Glutamic acid 1.8g | - |
Glycine 0.4g | - |
Proline 0.8g | - |
Serine 0.4g | - |
* The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet, so your values may change depending on your calorie needs. |