3 ways to enjoy soy

Soybeans are an important crop, but they're also a delicious ingredient! Try these tasty recipes and gain a new appreciation for the soybean.

Eggless tofu spinach quiche

This is a great dish for anyone with egg allergies. The experts at our sister site, BHG.com, say, "Tofu works great as an egg replacer since it provides moisture in recipes that have leavening agents. Try swapping tofu in for eggs in your next quick bread baking session. Use ¼ cup blended silken tofu per egg."

Soy snacks 4 ways

Roasted soybeans are a good source of polyunsaturated fats, which can lower cholesterol. They're also rich in omega-3s, which can lower the risk of heart disease, and dietary fiber, which helps maintain the digestive system. Make our herbed, sweet chili, sesame-ginger, or Indian-spiced soy snacks.

Grilled corn and edamame salad

According to the BHG.com experts, edamame are the seeds of a special variety of soybean plant, different from the beans grown in most Midwest farm fields. They are soft and green with a nutty, buttery taste. This salad combines them with sweet corn for a fresh salad that tastes like summer.