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Lesser Evil Popcorn  Avocado Oil
Snacks, Chips & Dips
📊 NOVA 3🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free🌿 Organic

Lesser Evil Popcorn Avocado Oil

LesserEvil
4.60 oz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
2g
Protein
200mg
Sodium
4g
Fiber
11
Ingredients

What You Should Know

LesserEvil Popcorn Avocado Oil is a small-batch, better-for-you snack that you’ll typically find in the grocery store snack aisle—often shelved near other premium and organic chips, kettle corn, and health-focused munchies rather than mainstream impulse-chip displays. The 4.6-ounce bag appeals to shoppers looking for a lighter, cleaner alternative to traditional potato chips: parents packing lunchboxes, young professionals grabbing a single-serve treat, or shoppers stocking up for casual entertaining. The brand leans into a wellness-forward, slightly hipster positioning: organic, Non-GMO, and “mindful indulgence” vibes marketed toward health-conscious millennials and families who want snackable convenience without artificial ingredients. The label reads like a health halo—organic oils, Himalayan salt, short ingredient list—conveying naturalness and simplicity rather than flashy kid-targeted characters. Processing is minimal and transparent: whole-kernel popcorn popped in organic avocado and coconut oils with a dusting of salt, then packaged for retail. Sensory notes: a light, airy crunch with a rounded, slightly buttery mouthfeel from avocado oil and a faint coconut warmth; salt is present but not aggressive. The bag is compact and easy to share or pour into a bowl for movie night, tossed into a tote for road trips, or kept at a desk for an afternoon pick-me-up. Rituals around this product tend to be casual and communal—poured into a bowl during a film, scooped from the bag during a break, or paired with a simple sandwich for a quick lunch. Its story in American grocery culture is as a premium, transparent snack that bridges nostalgia for popcorn with modern clean-label expectations.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3 cups
Servings per Container: 4.5
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat6g8%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Sodium200mg9%
Total Carbohydrate14g5%
Dietary Fiber4g14%
Protein2g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Organic, Non-GMO, Popcorn,, Organic, Avocado, Oil,, Organic, Coconut, Oil,, Himalayan, Salt..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • avocado oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • coconut oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

The product is made from whole-kernel popcorn popped in organic oils and salted, with no additives or artificial ingredients, placing it in NOVA 3 (processed foods) because it combines culinary ingredients and is packaged for ready consumption.

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Common Questions about Lesser Evil Popcorn Avocado Oil

Lesser Evil Popcorn is a solid snack option if you’re looking for something tasty and minimally processed. With organic ingredients and just 120 calories per serving, it’s a better choice compared to many conventional snacks loaded with artificial flavors and preservatives. Remember, ‘healthy’ can depend on your dietary needs, but this popcorn is definitely on the better side of the snack spectrum!

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
road-trip

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