Best Sources of Soy Protein

Best Food Sources For Soy Protein

A healthy diet promotes good health and prevents disease. A diet that is low in fat and high in healthy protein can ensure overall fitness and a long healthy life.

To reap the benefits of soy protein, include the best sources of soy protein in your daily diet, eat less animal protein and substitute some of your favorite foods with soy products.

7 Helpful Hints on the Best Sources of Soy Protein

1) Edamame – Edamame is served at Japanese sushi restaurants as appetizers and looks like peas in pods, though they are typically larger. They are rich in protein, fiber and have no cholesterol.

Usually they are served in the shell and inside is a sweet tasting bean, which, is the edible portion. They can be used in recipes, as a vegetable side dish or simply enjoyed as a delicious and nutritious snack. They are usually prepared by being boiled in slightly salted water for 15 to 20 minutes.

2) Whole Soybeans – Soybeans come in pods, and are similar to other legumes. They are an excellent source of fiber and protein. Most of the time they are yellow, but, they can also be brown or black.

They can be used in all types of recipes, including, soup, stew and chili. Also, whole soybeans can be soaked and roasted to make a wonderful healthy snack. There are also organic soybeans that are grown without any pesticides.

3) Tofu – One of the most popular soy protein foods is tofu, also referred to as, soybean curd. It is full of high quality protein, B vitamins and has very little sodium. It is a soft and smooth soy product that is made by curdling fresh, hot soymilk with a coagulant.

It has a very mild flavor and is excellent at absorbing any type of marinades, and flavors, such as, spices. Many use Tofu in recipes to substitute meat.

4) Soymilk – Soymilk is prepared by soaking and grinding soybeans. The plain and unfortified variety of soymilk is rich in high quality protein and B vitamins, but, it does not have calcium or vitamin D like the milk obtained from cows. But, you can buy soymilk that is fortified with those nutrients.

Supermarkets stock soymilk in non-refrigerated containers, and sometimes it can be found in the dairy case, it can also be purchased in powder form to mix with water. Soymilk contains no lactose, so it is perfect for those who are lactose intolerant.

5) Soy Nuts – Roasted soy nuts make terrific snacks and come in many flavors, they are rich in protein and isoflavones.

6) Meat Alternatives – There are many meat alternatives that are made with soy protein or tofu. They are made as healthier versions of high in fat foods like, burgers, sausage, bacon and hot dogs.

While their counterparts are loaded with fat and cholesterol, the soy versions are not, and also are rich sources of iron, B vitamins and protein.

7) Tempeh – Tempeh is soybean product where whole soybeans are blended with other quality grains, like, millet or rice and are then fermented and pressed into bar form. It has a nutty flavor and can be sliced, flavored with various marinades and cooked on the grill or added to recipes to make healthy and delicious meals, such as, soups and chili.



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