It’s time for a popcorn party!
While I, of course, recommend we’re getting out and moving more, the reality is there’s a lot of Netflix binging & movie watching going on. And if you’re going to watch movies, popcorn can be a great snack that doesn’t involve processed junk & bucketloads of sugar. Especially if you choose healthier topping options.
With a little bit of prep, you can plan your own family popcorn party with a host of seasoning options that will take minimal time.
4 cups of air-popped popcorn provides almost 5 grams of fiber, which is much more than you’d get in most snack foods.
Probiotic food: Not in this one :)
Prebiotic food: Popcorn is actually a prebiotic
Servings: Scale to your family
IBS-low FODMAP friendly? Popcorn is a low FODMAP friendly food - but use caution. It can be an irritant for people with gut issues even though it’s low FODMAP. Those sharp kernel bits can be a problem. Some people do better with the white ‘hull-less’ popcorn.
IBD-AID friendly? No - this is a hard no for you, if you have IBD.
Reflux friendly? Spice can be an issue - use caution! But otherwise this is a great snack for most people!
Ingredients:
3-4 cups popped popcorn per person
Oil or butter, to coat
Ranch Seasoning: 2 tsp dried dill, 2 tsp dried chives, 2 tsp garlic powder, 2 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp pepper (not low FODMAP friendly)
Taco Seasoning: 2 Tbsp taco seasoning (skip the garlic and onion powder if you’re following a low FODMAP program), 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast
Coconut curry: 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes, toasted, 1 Tbsp curry powder (onion/garlic-free); 2 tsp ginger powder, ½ tsp salt (to taste)
Maple Almond: Heat 1 cups of almonds for 3-4 minutes until starting to toast. Turn to low heat and add 1-2 Tbsp of maple syrup & 2 tsp of cinnamon . Stir for 2-3 minutes until the almonds are well covered with the maple/cinnamon. Let cool.
Directions:
In a mixing bowl, add oil or melted butter to the popped popcorn & add in seasoning to taste. Shake well to ensure all the kernels are covered with flavour.
Add extra salt or pepper, as needed. Don’t forget to taste first - the added flavour from your seasonings mean you might not need as much salt as you normally do.