Food

Popcorn with Dried Oregano and Lemon

Recipe created by Frances Boswell

Olive oil replaces melted butter in this healthful, Mediterranean-inspired snack.

This recipe is part of our superfoods menu .

Servings: Serves 4 (makes about 8 cups)

Ingredients

4 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

Zest of 1 lemon

1/2 cup popcorn kernels

1 tsp. sea salt

2 tsp. dried oregano

2 tsp. sesame seeds

1/8 tsp. freshly ground pepper

Directions

Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a small bowl. Set aside.

Pop kernels according to package directions, then transfer popcorn to a large serving bowl. Pour reserved oil-lemon mixture on top, and mix well. Season with remaining ingredients, and toss. Serve immediately.

From the January 2010 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine