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    Cheezy Taco Popcorn

    Published: Feb 20, 2017 ยท Updated: Dec 30, 2023 ยท Post may contain affiliate links

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    A deliciously cheezy vegan snack that's perfect for an afternoon break or a movie-watching bite to eat.

    popcorn containers with vegan Cheesy Taco Popcorn on a background of gold beads

    Popcorn is by far my favorite snack.

    At least five days out of the week, I have popcorn. I look forward to it daily.

    I think one of the reasons I love it so much is that it has so many flavor options. Typically, I'm a popcorn purist and just have a little salt & butter on my popcorn. But occasionally (like once a week), I shake it up with a new seasoning combo.

    popcorn containers of Cheezy Taco Popcorn

    After spending countless dollars on store-bought flavored popcorn, I decided it made more sense to buy a giant container of popcorn kernels and season it myself.

    And oh how right I was!

    close up of Cheezy Taco Popcorn

    After two weeks of eating this cheezy taco-flavored popcorn, I've decided that it's worthy of being shared with others.

    And since the Oscars are this Sunday, I decided it'd be a perfect time to share! Because movies and popcorn go together so well.

    This is quite simple to make. Pop some popcorn. Toss with seasonings. Snack away.

    You are welcome to pop the popcorn on the stove or in the microwave or however you prefer to pop your corn.

    I pop my popcorn in my air popcorn popping machine. I love it almost as much as my mini food processor (which is a lot)

    For someone who loves popcorn as much as me, it was well worth the $22 investment. And it's saving my nice pots from scorching from popping the popcorn on the stove.

    popcorn cartons with Cheezy Taco Popcorn

    You get to flavor your popcorn with real ingredients and enjoy the rewards.

    So, run friend, run to the kitchen and make this cheezy taco popcorn as soon as you can 😉

    popcorn containers with vegan "Cheesy" Taco Popcorn on a background of gold beads

    Cheezy Taco Popcorn

    A deliciously cheezy vegan snack that's perfect for an afternoon break or a movie-watching bite to eat.
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 3
    Author: Meme

    Ingredients

    • โ…“ cup popcorn kernels unpopped
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 3 tablespoon nutritional yeast
    • 1 teaspoon chili powder
    • ยผ teaspoon paprika
    • ยผ teaspoon sugar
    • ยผ teaspoon salt
    • โ…› teaspoon cumin
    • โ…› teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Pop the popcorn.
    • Toss the popped corn with the remaining ingredients.
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    *This makes 7 cups popcorn. Double or triple to serve more.
    *Best enjoyed within the hour prepared.
    Did you try this recipe?Be sure to leave a comment & recipe rating below. Bonus points for tagging @memeinge & #livingwellkitchen on Instagram! THANK YOU! xo

    Meme

    Nutrition Facts

    Nutrition Facts
    Cheezy Taco Popcorn
    Serving Size
     
    2.5 cups
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    142
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    5
    g
    8
    %
    Sodium
     
    210
    mg
    9
    %
    Potassium
     
    217
    mg
    6
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    17
    g
    6
    %
    Fiber
     
    4
    g
    17
    %
    Protein
     
    5
    g
    10
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    390
    IU
    8
    %
    Iron
     
    1.2
    mg
    7
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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