Soy Nuts: What They Are, How They're Made & Nutritional Benefits

Soy nuts come from soybeans, which are a type of pea that grows up to 5 feet long. Soy foods are a staple in Eastern cultures and are growing in popularity in Western society. Soy nuts are just one of the many products that come from soybeans.

How Soy Nuts Are Made

• Soy nuts are made through a process of soaking, then roasting soybeans.

What Do They Taste Like?

• Soy nuts have a consistency similar to peanuts. They are available in soy nut butter that's similar to peanut butter, also.

Flavors

• Chocolate-covered soy nuts and flavored roasted soy nuts can be purchased.

DIY Soy Nuts

• One can make their own soy nuts by soaking, adding flavor or spice and drying or oven-roasting them.

Why People Eat Soy Nuts

• Besides being eaten for taste, people enjoy the health benefits of soy nuts. Soy nuts have heart-healthy fats, fiber that's good for digestive health and phytoestrogens that relieve menopause symptoms.