Soy protein isolate is a dry powder food ingredient that has been separated or isolated from the other components of the soybean, making it 90 to 95 percent protein and nearly carbohydrate and fat-free.
In the Market
Soy protein isolate is used in making a variety of foods. It may be found in:
- dairy-type products such as beverage powders, infant formulas, liquid nutritional meals, and some varieties of liquid soymilk
- bottled fruit drinks
- power bars
- soups and sauces
- meat analogs that resemble conventional foods in color, texture and taste
- breads and baked goods
- breakfast cereals
- many weight and muscle gain products in the fitness market.
