Ranch Protein Popcorn
Craving a salty, crunchy movie-night snack that doesn’t derail your weight loss goals? This GLP-1 friendly ranch protein popcorn transforms high-volume whole-grain popcorn into a high-protein, savory treat. Tossed in a fine blend of zesty ranch seasoning, garlic, onion, and unflavored protein powder (or collagen peptides), every airy bite satisfies savory cravings without the heavy calories or greasy residue of standard microwave popcorn.
Air-popped popcorn serves as an exceptional high-volume, low-glycemic canvas packed with natural insoluble fiber that expands in the digestive tract to promote lasting fullness. Elevating it with unflavored protein powder or collagen adds bioavailable amino acids that buffer glucose absorption and support lean muscle retention. Lightly misted with avocado oil, this savory crunch offers a guilt-free, anti-inflammatory snack that satisfies nighttime snacking habits while keeping digestive pacing smooth and steady.
Estimated Nutrition
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Calories: ~140 kcal
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Protein: 10g (using protein powder/collagen)
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Net Carbohydrates: 14g
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Dietary Fiber: 3.5g
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Total Fat: 3.5g
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Saturated Fat: 0.5g
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Sodium: ~320mg
Ingredients
- 6 cups Air-popped Popcorn (About ¼ Cup Popcorn Kernels)
- 2 tbsps. Unflavored Protein Powder or Collagen Peptides
- 1 tbsp. Ranch Seasoning
- 1 tbsp. Nutritional Yeast (Optional, for a Cheesy Flavor)
- 1–2 tsps. Avocado Oil Spray or Olive Oil Spray
- ¼ tsp. Garlic Powder
- ¼ tsp. Onion Powder
- Salt and Black Pepper, to taste
Preparation
Step 1
Prepare popcorn using an air popper or stovetop method.
Step 2
Place warm popcorn into a large bowl.
Step 3
Lightly spray popcorn with avocado oil spray until lightly coated.
Step 4
Sprinkle protein powder, ranch seasoning, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper over the popcorn.
Step 5
Toss well until seasoning evenly coats the popcorn.
