Popcorn by Waitrose

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Popcorn

by Waitrose 500 grams in Popcorn Barcode 5000169376270
Nutri-Score
Very good nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Unprocessed or minimally processed
Green-Score
b
Environmental impact estimate

Popcorn by Waitrose provides 471 kcal per 100 g, with 0.7 g of sugars and 9.9 g of protein. That is 94% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is A and it is classified as NOVA 1 (unprocessed or minimally processed). It is listed in the Popcorn category and comes in a 500 grams pack.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
22.3 g · High
Saturated fat
2.7 g · Moderate
Sugars
0.7 g · Low
Salt
0 g · Low

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 471 kcal 443 +6%
Total fat 22.3 g 20.8 +7%
Saturated fat 2.7 g 7.5 −64%
Carbohydrates 49.7 g 58.2 −15%
Total sugars 0.7 g 12 −94%
Added sugars 0 g 10 −100%
Dietary fiber 15.9 g 10.4 +53%
Protein 9.9 g 8.6 +15%
Salt 0 g 1.4 −99%

Category average across 1567 Popcorn products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other popcorn

Calories higher 38%
Sugars lower 37%
Salt lower 12%
Saturated fat lower 35%
Protein top 24%
Fiber top 11%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Ingredients

Maize

Palm oil freeVeganVegetarian

Product details

Quantity
500 grams
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
5000169376270

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Popcorn?

Popcorn contains 471 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Popcorn?

Popcorn has 0.7 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Popcorn healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of A (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 1 — unprocessed or minimally processed. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Is Popcorn vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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