A whole host of juicy fruits and refreshing vegetables come into their prime during the summer months. As the sun blazes and the summer days stretch longer, it’s the perfect time to load up on juicy tomatoes, fresh-from-the-garden lettuce, just-picked berries and more delicious seasonal produce. Hot tip: check out USDA’s seasonal produce guide for the full list!
This summer, why not pair your farmer’s market bounty with soy foods? Not only is soy a versatile ingredient that pairs beautifully with the season’s freshest produce, it’s also a nutritional powerhouse—providing almost 30 grams of protein per cup of cooked soybeans! This helps you feel fuller for longer and gives you the energy you need for those long days out in the sun.
Ready to dig in? We’ve compiled a few of our favorite recipes that combine soy and summer produce to help you make the most of what the season has to offer.
Summer’s Best Pairings: Soy Recipes with Seasonal Produce
Summer Treats with a Soy Surprise:
- Mangos and Bananas: Mango Banana Soy Smoothie
- For a refreshing way to beat the summer heat, try our Mango Banana Soy Smoothie that blends in-season frozen mango and banana with silky soymilk for a delightful treat.
- Berries and Bananas: Berry-nana Soy Smoothie
- Looking for a filling after-gym snack? Try our Berry-nana Soy Smoothie that blends berries and bananas with soy protein powder and soymilk, to help build and maintain muscle.
- Apples: Apple Cinnamon Soy Pancakes
- For a sweet summer breakfast idea, check out these Apple Cinnamon Soy Pancakes, featuring in-season apples and soymilk.
Savory Soy Recipe Sensations:
- Zucchini and Tomatoes: Tofu and Vegetable Kabobs
- If you’re looking for something easy and fresh to grill at the park this summer, these savory tofu and vegetable kabobs, featuring seasonal produce like zucchini and tomatoes, are the perfect solution!
- Tomatoes, Corn, Avocados, and Bell Peppers: Soybean Cowboy Caviar
- Hungry for a hearty chip dip recipe? Try this soybean cowboy caviar that pairs soybeans and edamame with in-season tomatoes, corn, avocados, and bell peppers. Hello summer picnic!
- Tomatoes, Corn, and Bell Peppers: Roasted Red Pepper and Edamame Salsa
- For a delightful, protein-packed snack, try this roasted red pepper and edamame salsa that combines feta, crunchy bell peppers, and edamame with a tangy mustard vinaigrette.
Looking for more reasons to love soy this summer?
Soy is great all year around, but it shines especially hard in the summertime. Here are even more reasons why!
- Soy’s versatility allows it to harmonize with a wide range of seasonal produce and ingredients, enhancing their flavors without overpowering them.
- The summer heat can often leave us dehydrated, but soy foods like tofu or soy milk have high water content, helping you stay hydrated.
- Plus, many soy-based recipes are light and refreshing, which can help your body cool off during those hot summer days.
Don’t forget to explore more recipes and discover the endless possibilities of soy by visiting U.S. Soy’s recipe page!
