Rosemary Popcorn With Pine Nuts

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Rosemary Popcorn With Pine Nuts, a savory and crunchy snack for movie nights

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup olive oil
	1/2 cup unpopped popcorn
	12 rosemary sprigs , cut into 2 inch pieces
	1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt , divided
	1/2 cup pine nuts , toasted
	2 tablespoons fresh rosemary , coarsely chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

435

Sugar

Fat

40g

Rosemary Popcorn With Pine Nuts is the perfect snack for movie nights or gatherings with friends and family. The combination of savory rosemary and crunchy pine nuts add a unique twist to traditional popcorn. Popcorn is a low-calorie snack that can be satisfying, and this recipe takes it to the next level with savory flavors. The recipe uses olive oil, which is a healthier alternative to butter. The pine nuts add a crunch to the popcorn, making it irresistible. This snack is easy to make and requires minimal ingredients and time.

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2.	Add the popcorn kernels and stir to coat them with the oil. Cover the saucepan with a lid.
3.	Once the kernels start to pop, shake the saucepan occasionally to ensure all the kernels are popped.
4.	Once the popping has stopped, remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit for a minute.
5.	In a separate pan over medium heat, sauté the rosemary sprigs with 1 teaspoon of sea salt until fragrant.
6.	In a large bowl, mix the popcorn, toasted pine nuts, coarsely chopped rosemary, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt. Toss to combine.
7.	Drizzle the popcorn mixture with the rosemary infused olive oil, stirring well so that the popcorn is evenly coated.

PROS

This snack is easy and quick to make, making it perfect for movie nights or parties.

The combination of rosemary and pine nuts gives it a unique and savory flavor.

Popcorn is a low-calorie snack, so you can indulge without feeling guilty.

CONS

This snack is high in fat, due to the olive oil and pine nuts used.

Popcorn can also be a choking hazard for young children, so it’s important to supervise them while eating.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Popcorn is a whole grain snack, which provides fiber and can aid in digestion.
Rosemary has antioxidant properties, which help neutralize free radicals in the body and prevent cell damage.