Zippy Italian Popcorn

Transform your movie night or midday snack break with this bold and flavorful Zippy Italian Popcorn recipe! Made with freshly popped kernels tossed in a rich blend of melted butter, zesty Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and a kick of red pepper flakes, this savory treat is elevated further with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. It’s an easy, 15-minute snack that offers the perfect balance of crunchy, cheesy, and spicy, guaranteed to impress your taste buds. Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering or simply craving something out of the ordinary, this Italian-inspired popcorn will be your new go-to for a quick, crowd-pleasing treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cups popcorn kernels
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.25 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 0.25 teaspoons salt

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2-3 popcorn kernels to test the oil temperature. Once the test kernels pop, the oil is ready.

Step 2

Add the remaining 1/2 cup of popcorn kernels to the pot and cover it with a lid. Shake the pot occasionally to ensure even heating and prevent burning.

Step 3

Once the popping slows to about 2-3 seconds between pops, remove the pot from the heat and set aside. Carefully transfer the popped popcorn to a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over low heat. Add the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and salt. Stir well to combine and let the flavors infuse for 1-2 minutes.

Step 5

Drizzle the seasoned butter mixture over the popcorn, tossing gently to coat the popcorn evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese over the popcorn while tossing to ensure every piece gets covered in cheesy, zesty goodness.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your Zippy Italian Popcorn as a crunchy, flavorful snack!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	130.5 grams (130.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	733

Total Fat 60.40g	77%
Saturated Fat 22.70g	114%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 82mg	27%
Sodium 939mg	41%
Total Carbohydrate 38.90g	14%
Dietary Fiber 8.20g	29%
Total Sugars 0.50g
Protein 14.70g	29%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 251mg	19%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 195mg	4%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.7%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 20.5%