The snack I make when I want something salty and savory, but don’t want to blow my calories for the day. Nutritional yeast gives it a real cheesy flavor without any actual cheese — 7 grams of protein in the whole bowl and only 145 calories. It takes about 3 minutes to create this high protein cheddar popcorn.
High Protein Cheddar Popcorn
7g protein per serving
5 minutes to make
4 ingredients
Makes 1 serving
Ingredients
33g popcorn kernels (2 tbsp)
Avocado oil spray
5g nutritional yeast (1 tbsp)
1/8-1/4 tsp salt (optional)
Directions
- Microwave popcorn kernels in an air-pop bowl for 2-3 minutes (once no kernels are popping for 3-4 seconds, it’s done).
- Coat with avocado oil spray, then add 1/2 of the nutritional yeast and some salt. Stir it around.
- Spray again, add the other half of the nutritional yeast and some salt, and then stir around again.
- Serve immediately for warm, high protein popcorn!
Nutrition Info
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RJF High Protein Cheddar Popcorn
Per Serving:
145 calories
7g protein | 28g carbs |
1g fats
7g fiber
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