Lesser Evil Organic Popcorn

Sometimes the best kids snacks aren't marketed as kids snacks at all. Lesser Evil Organic Popcorn is technically an "adult" brand, but it's become one of my top recommendations for children - here's why.

Lesser Evil's "No Cheese" Cheesiness flavor contains: Organic Popcorn, Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Nutritional Yeast, Himalayan Pink Salt, Organic Onion, Organic Garlic.

The classic "Oh My Ghee" flavor contains: Organic Popcorn, Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Ghee, Himalayan Pink Salt.

We're talking 4-6 ingredients. Real foods. Nothing you can't pronounce. This is what "clean eating" actually means.

Popcorn is a whole grain. When prepared properly (without movie-theater butter and artificial flavoring), it's legitimately nutritious:

• High fiber (3g per serving)
• Decent protein (3g per serving)
• Naturally low calorie
• Satisfying crunch

The problem is most commercial popcorn adds vegetable oils, artificial flavors, colors, and MSG. Lesser Evil does none of that.

Per serving (2.5 cups popped, 28g):

• Calories: 140
• Sugar: 0-2g (depending on flavor)
• Fiber: 3g
• Protein: 3g

Compare that to the granola bars we've reviewed - most have 5-10g sugar, 1-3g fiber, 1-3g protein. Popcorn wins on the nutrition ratios.

Lesser Evil uses organic coconut oil instead of vegetable oils. Coconut oil provides:

• Stable cooking fat (doesn't oxidize easily)
• Medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) for energy
• No trans fats
• Better flavor

This matters for kids who eat popcorn regularly. The quality of the cooking fat adds up over time.

My kids' favorites:

1. No Cheese Cheesiness: Tastes like cheese popcorn without dairy. The nutritional yeast provides umami flavor. Kids love it.

2. Himalayan Pink Salt: Classic lightly salted. Clean, simple, addictive.

3. Oh My Ghee: Buttery flavor from real ghee (clarified butter - contains dairy). Rich and satisfying.

4. Avocado-licious: Popped in avocado oil with lime. More adult-oriented but some kids enjoy it.

Popcorn itself is naturally allergen-friendly:

• Gluten-free (corn-based)
• Nut-free
• Soy-free
• Egg-free

However:

• Oh My Ghee contains dairy (ghee)
• Manufactured in facility that may process other allergens (check package)

The No Cheese Cheesiness and Himalayan Pink Salt are dairy-free options.

At $4.99 for a 5oz bag (~$1.00/oz), Lesser Evil is mid-range for premium popcorn. Compare to:

• SkinnyPop: ~$0.70/oz
• Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP: ~$0.80/oz
• Movie theater popcorn: significantly more expensive

The organic certification and coconut oil justify the premium over conventional options.

Lesser Evil sells individual snack bags perfect for lunchboxes. The popcorn doesn't get soggy or stale in a sealed bag. It's mess-minimal if kids eat carefully (though popcorn is inherently messier than bars).

The crunch is satisfying, the bag is recyclable (company has TerraCycle partnership), and portion control is built in.

Popcorn is high-volume, low-calorie. 2.5 cups of popcorn is a lot of eating for 140 calories. Kids feel like they're getting a substantial snack without calorie overload. This matters for weight-conscious situations (though I focus on nutrition, not calories, for most kids).

Every family looking for clean, satisfying kids snacks. Parents tired of granola bar monotony. Kids who love crunchy snacks. Anyone seeking whole-grain options with minimal processing.

Families with very young children (popcorn is a choking hazard for kids under 4). Those with corn allergies. Parents who need strictly allergen-certified products (check manufacturing facility notes).

Lesser Evil Organic Popcorn is the sleeper hit of kids snacking. Three to six real ingredients, 3g fiber, 3g protein, minimal sugar, and taste that competes with cheese puffs and chips. This is what healthy snacking should look like - real food that kids actually want to eat. Our unexpected top recommendation.

Sometimes the best kids snacks aren't marketed as kids snacks at all. Lesser Evil Organic Popcorn is technically an "adult" brand, but it's become one of my top recommendations for children - here's why.

Lesser Evil's "No Cheese" Cheesiness flavor contains: Organic Popcorn, Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Nutritional Yeast, Himalayan Pink Salt, Organic Onion, Organic Garlic.

The classic "Oh My Ghee" flavor contains: Organic Popcorn, Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Ghee, Himalayan Pink Salt.

We're talking 4-6 ingredients. Real foods. Nothing you can't pronounce. This is what "clean eating" actually means.

Popcorn is a whole grain. When prepared properly (without movie-theater butter and artificial flavoring), it's legitimately nutritious:

• High fiber (3g per serving)
• Decent protein (3g per serving)
• Naturally low calorie
• Satisfying crunch

The problem is most commercial popcorn adds vegetable oils, artificial flavors, colors, and MSG. Lesser Evil does none of that.

Per serving (2.5 cups popped, 28g):

• Calories: 140
• Sugar: 0-2g (depending on flavor)
• Fiber: 3g
• Protein: 3g

Compare that to the granola bars we've reviewed - most have 5-10g sugar, 1-3g fiber, 1-3g protein. Popcorn wins on the nutrition ratios.

Lesser Evil uses organic coconut oil instead of vegetable oils. Coconut oil provides:

• Stable cooking fat (doesn't oxidize easily)
• Medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) for energy
• No trans fats
• Better flavor

This matters for kids who eat popcorn regularly. The quality of the cooking fat adds up over time.

My kids' favorites:

1. No Cheese Cheesiness: Tastes like cheese popcorn without dairy. The nutritional yeast provides umami flavor. Kids love it.

2. Himalayan Pink Salt: Classic lightly salted. Clean, simple, addictive.

3. Oh My Ghee: Buttery flavor from real ghee (clarified butter - contains dairy). Rich and satisfying.

4. Avocado-licious: Popped in avocado oil with lime. More adult-oriented but some kids enjoy it.

Popcorn itself is naturally allergen-friendly:

• Gluten-free (corn-based)
• Nut-free
• Soy-free
• Egg-free

However:

• Oh My Ghee contains dairy (ghee)
• Manufactured in facility that may process other allergens (check package)

The No Cheese Cheesiness and Himalayan Pink Salt are dairy-free options.

At $4.99 for a 5oz bag (~$1.00/oz), Lesser Evil is mid-range for premium popcorn. Compare to:

• SkinnyPop: ~$0.70/oz
• Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP: ~$0.80/oz
• Movie theater popcorn: significantly more expensive

The organic certification and coconut oil justify the premium over conventional options.

Lesser Evil sells individual snack bags perfect for lunchboxes. The popcorn doesn't get soggy or stale in a sealed bag. It's mess-minimal if kids eat carefully (though popcorn is inherently messier than bars).

The crunch is satisfying, the bag is recyclable (company has TerraCycle partnership), and portion control is built in.

Popcorn is high-volume, low-calorie. 2.5 cups of popcorn is a lot of eating for 140 calories. Kids feel like they're getting a substantial snack without calorie overload. This matters for weight-conscious situations (though I focus on nutrition, not calories, for most kids).

Every family looking for clean, satisfying kids snacks. Parents tired of granola bar monotony. Kids who love crunchy snacks. Anyone seeking whole-grain options with minimal processing.

Families with very young children (popcorn is a choking hazard for kids under 4). Those with corn allergies. Parents who need strictly allergen-certified products (check manufacturing facility notes).

Lesser Evil Organic Popcorn is the sleeper hit of kids snacking. Three to six real ingredients, 3g fiber, 3g protein, minimal sugar, and taste that competes with cheese puffs and chips. This is what healthy snacking should look like - real food that kids actually want to eat. Our unexpected top recommendation.