Know what’s on your plate
Popcorn
Calories & nutrition facts
oil-popped, unsalted
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 500 kcal —
- Protein 9 g 18%
- Carbohydrate 48 g 17%
- Fat 28 g 36%
- Saturated fat 5.1 g 25%
- Fibre 10 g 36%
- Sugars 0.5 g —
- Sodium 3 mg 0%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 8 µg 1%
- Vitamin C 0.3 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 2.4 mg 16%
- Vitamin K 4.3 µg 4%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.13 mg 11%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.14 mg 11%
- Niacin (B3) 1.6 mg 10%
- Vitamin B6 0.21 mg 12%
- Folate (B9) 17 µg 4%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 16 mg 3%
Minerals
- Calcium 10 mg 1%
- Iron 2.8 mg 15%
- Magnesium 108 mg 26%
- Phosphorus 250 mg 20%
- Potassium 225 mg 5%
- Zinc 2.6 mg 24%
- Copper 0.22 mg 25%
- Selenium 7.3 µg 13%
Similar foods
- Microwave popcornlow fat424 kcal / 100 g
- White popcornoil-popped, salt added500 kcal / 100 g
- Caramel popcornsugar syrup, fat free381 kcal / 100 g
- Cheese popcorncheese-flavor526 kcal / 100 g
- Popcorn cakesnacks384 kcal / 100 g
- Pop corn without oil341 kcal / 100 g
- Pop corn oil and salt added traditional468 kcal / 100 g
- Potato chipsplain, unsalted536 kcal / 100 g
- Unsalted corn chipssnacks, corn-based, extruded557 kcal / 100 g
- Corn cakessnacks, sodium-free387 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Popcorn
How do you make popcorn in a saucepan?
Add a thin film of oil and a single layer of kernels to a heavy pan, then cover and heat over medium-high. Once popping starts, shake the pan now and then; take it off the heat when the pops are a few seconds apart.
Can you make popcorn without oil?
Yes: use a lidded, heavy-based pan and shake it frequently over medium heat, or pop the kernels in a purpose-made hot-air popper. Avoid letting the pan sit still, as dry kernels can scorch.
How do you stop homemade popcorn from going soggy?
Let it cool briefly before putting it in an airtight container; trapped steam softens the crisp shells. Add melted butter or other wet toppings just before serving.
How should you store popcorn kernels?
Keep unpopped kernels in an airtight container in a cool, dry cupboard. Moisture can stop them popping properly, so avoid storing them beside a kettle or hob.
What can you put on popcorn besides salt and butter?
For a savoury version, try smoked paprika, black pepper or finely grated hard cheese; for a sweet one, use cinnamon or a light drizzle of melted chocolate. Toss the popcorn while warm so dry seasonings cling.
Can you use popcorn kernels to make caramel popcorn?
Yes. Pop the kernels first, then coat them with caramel and spread them on a lined tray to cool. Keep the caramel hot sugar away from children, as it can cause severe burns.
Is popcorn made from sweetcorn?
No: it comes from a special type of maize with a hard outer shell and a starchy centre. When heated, moisture inside the kernel turns to steam and bursts the shell, turning the starchy interior inside out.
Is popcorn a good source of fibre?
Popcorn provides 10 g of fibre per 100 g. A generous handful is a practical serving, though buttery or sugary toppings can add considerably more energy.
Source: Canadian Nutrient File 5501 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
