soy protein
Legume-derived nutrient
Soy protein is protein extracted from soybeans, used as a meat substitute or nutritional supplement.
It appears in various forms—soy protein isolate is highly refined, while textured soy protein mimics the texture of meat in vegetarian dishes: The veggie burger uses soy protein as its base.
Common in protein powders and processed foods.
- TVPTextured vegetable protein
- tofuCoagulated soy milk block
- bean curdSolidified soy milk
- tempehFermented soybean patty
- edamameYoung soybeans in pods
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