Microwave Seasoned Popcorn
Homemade seasoned popcorn using just a paper bag and the microwave. Low-calorie, fun to customize, and cheaper than store-bought.
PROTEIN 3g
CALORIES 120
P:E RATIO 0.1
TIME 5m
YIELD 2
P:E 0.1
ELITE DENSITY INVENTORY LIST
ORIGINAL
VEGAN SWAP
1/3 cup popcorn kernels PRODUCE
1 brown paper lunch bag FLAVOR
1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter FLAVOR
1/2 tsp seasoning salt FLAVOR
1/4 tsp garlic powder FLAVOR
2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (optional) DAIRY
MEAL PREP LOGISTICS
- Storage: Best fresh. Can store in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
- Batching: Don't walk away — microwave times vary and popcorn burns fast.
- Reheat: No reheating needed.
EXECUTION STEPS
01
THE MACRO PREP
Pour popcorn kernels into a brown paper bag.
02
THE ASSEMBLY
Fold the top of the bag over twice to seal.
03
VEGGIE STEAM-SAUTÉ
Microwave on HIGH for 2-3 minutes, until pops slow to 2 seconds apart.
04
THE MACRO PREP
Carefully open bag (steam!), drizzle with oil, and toss with seasonings.
PRIMARY CATEGORY
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FULL EXECUTION PLANS
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servings
- 1/3 cup popcorn kernels
- 1 brown paper lunch bag
- 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- 1/2 tsp seasoning salt
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (optional)