Because of low calories and low carbs, this is a great late-night snack. It also has the thermogenic effect of capsaicin, which can help fire up your metabolism. Capscasin is the active compound in chili peppers that can reduce appetite, lower blood pressure, and combat obesity.
CHILI-DUSTED POPCORN
Makes: 4 to 5 servings
Serving size: 2 cups
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 7 minutes
INGREDIENTS
1⁄8 tsp chili powder
1⁄8 tsp ground cayenne pepper
1 tbsp garlic salt
2 tbsp nutritional yeast
1⁄2 tsp sea salt
1⁄8 tsp ground black pepper
1 bag all-natural, low-fat, low-sodium cooked popcorn
11⁄2 tbsp canola oil
DIRECTIONS
1 In a bowl, combine the chili powder, cayenne, garlic salt, nutritional yeast, sea salt, and pepper.
2 In a separate bowl, combine the popcorn and oil, tossing to coat. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the top, toss again, and serve immediately.
PREP TIP
You can also make the popcorn yourself rather than buying prepared popcorn.
NUTRITION FACTS
per serving
65
4g
6g
1g
CHILI-DUSTED POPCORN