This Chili Popcorn Recipe is very simple to make, tastes delicious, and perfect low fat diet. Moreover, when you think of popcorn, you may think of the buttery movie-theater variety - heavy on trans fats and calories. However, you can make popcorn in your own home that tastes just as good – with some extra chili. For munching anytime, this savory snack is a fun alternative to popcorn with lots of salt and butter. It gets nice zip from a coating of chili powder, garlic powder and Parmesan cheese.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 1/2 quarts popped popcorn
• Refrigerated butter-flavored spray*

DIRECTIONS

In a large re-sealable plastic bag or other 2-qt. airtight container, combine the Parmesan cheese and seasonings; mix well. Add popcorn; spritz with butter-flavored spray. Close bag and shake. Continue spritzing and shaking until popcorn is coated.

Nutritional Analysis:

One serving (2 cups) equals 79 calories, 2 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 2 mg cholesterol, 761 mg sodium, 14 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 3 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch.