Is Popcorn (air-popped) Mediterranean (strict)-friendly?
Verdict
Mediterranean-friendly
Popcorn (air-popped) fits the Mediterranean pattern — vegetables, whole grains, fish, olive oil, legumes, and minimally processed foods are all encouraged.
Per 1 cup popped (8g)
Calories
31 kcal
Protein
1g
Carbs
6.2g
Net Carbs
5.1g
Fat
0.4g
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Why this matters for Mediterranean (strict)
Mediterranean has the strongest cardiovascular research base of any diet.
FAQ
Is Popcorn (air-popped) OK on Mediterranean (strict)?
Mediterranean-friendly. Popcorn (air-popped) fits the Mediterranean pattern — vegetables, whole grains, fish, olive oil, legumes, and minimally processed foods are all encouraged.
How many calories in Popcorn (air-popped)?
387 kcal per 100g, or 31 kcal per 1 cup popped (8g).