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Butter Microwave Popcorn, 16.8 OZ
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📊 NOVA 4🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free

Butter Microwave Popcorn, 16.8 OZ

SKINNY POP
Available at Whole Foods
30
Calories
0g
Protein
65mg
Sodium
16
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd grab this from the snack aisle or pull it from the pantry when planning a movie night, game night, or a quick at-home treat. The vibe is convenient, nostalgic and slightly indulgent—lighter than theater butter but designed to deliver that classic popcorn experience. The ingredient list (kernels plus oils and a "natural non-dairy butter flavor" and lactic acid) and the pre-portioned microwave format point to industrial formulation and additives that create a uniform texture and long shelf life, hallmarks of more highly processed snacks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 1
Calories30
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1.5g2%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium65mg3%
Total Carbohydrate3g1%
Protein0g
* 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

POPCORN, SUNFLOWER, OIL, PALM, OIL, SEA, SALT, NATURAL, NON-DAIRY, BUTTER, FLAVOR, AND, LACTIC, ACID, (FOR, FLAVOR).

Flagged Ingredients:

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

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains added oils, flavoring agents and acidulants and is sold in a ready-to-heat pre-packaged bag, indicating industrial processing and formulation typical of NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Butter Microwave Popcorn, 16.8 OZ

Well, that depends on what you mean by healthy! With only 30 calories per serving and no added sugars or preservatives, it can be a guilt-free snack option. However, if you’re looking for something high in protein or fiber, this popcorn might not fit the bill. Think of it as a fun treat rather than a health food staple.

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
road-trip

Vibe:

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$6.29
per package