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Nacho Popcorn (Dairy-free)

Snacks

4 Servings
Prep 5 min
Cook 5 min
Total 10 min

Ingredients:

  • 120 g (½ cup) popcorn kernels (or 8 cups air-popped popcorn)
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ¼ tsp ground cumin
  • ¼ tsp chili powder
  • ¼ tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 2 tbsp vegan butter
  • a squeeze of lime or a pinch of cayenne for heat (optional)

Equipments:

  • Large bowl
  • Small bowl (for seasoning)
  • Air-popper or large pot with lid (stovetop method)
20 minutes or less
Gluten-Free
Grain-Free
Soy-Free
Nut-Free

Features:

20 minutes or less

Gluten-Free

Grain-Free

Soy-Free

Nut-Free

Nutrition:

Servings 4 cups Calories 120 Carbohydrates 12g Fat 6g Fiber 2.5g Protein 4g
Monounsaturated 2.2g Polyunsaturated 3.5g Saturated 1.2g Trans 0g
Vitamin A 10mcg Vitamin C 0mg Vitamin D 0mg
Calcium 15mg Iron 1.2mg Potassium 120mg
Cholesterol 0mg Sodium 280mg Sugar 0.5g

Make Now

Instructions:

  1. Pop the Popcorn
    Air-pop 120 g (½ cup) popcorn kernels or use a stovetop method with a bit of oil to get about 8 cups popped popcorn.
  2. Make the Nacho Seasoning
    In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp nutritional yeast, 1 tsp smoked paprika, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp onion powder, ¼ tsp cumin, ¼ tsp chili powder, and ¼ tsp salt.
  3. Coat the Popcorn
    Drizzle 2 tbsp melted vegan butter over the popcorn and toss to coat evenly.
  4. Season
    Sprinkle the nacho seasoning over the popcorn while tossing to ensure every piece is coated.
  5. Serve
    Best enjoyed fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Why These Ingredients
Common Mistakes, Notes, Prep in Advance, Storage, Swaps & Tips

Notes:

  • Season the popcorn while still warm so the butter and seasoning stick better.
  • Toss in a large bowl to distribute seasoning evenly — don’t season in the pot.

Storage:

  • Airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. It will soften slightly over time.

Swaps:

  • Use coconut oil instead of vegan butter for a slightly different flavor.
  • Add lime zest to the seasoning mix for a brighter, tangier nacho vibe.

Tips:

  • Double the seasoning mix and store it — it’s great on roasted chickpeas and fries too.