10 soy-rich small plates ideas

Explore the possibilities for menu inspirations featuring plant-based protein during National Soyfoods Month in April. Soyfoods make it easy to create better-for-you menu items with mainstream appeal, such as Edamame, Shallot and Avocado Soup. You’ll also discover the versatility of soyfoods — ingredients such as tofu, edamame, soymilk, tempeh and TSP (textured soy protein) — when creating specialties that cater to vegetarians, vegans and those following gluten-free diets.

For cooking tips, nutrition information and other soyfoods resources, visit the Soyfoods Council website. Meanwhile, here are 10 recipe ideas showcasing the flavor and texture of soyfoods.

Edamame cakes with soy and peanut dipping sauce

Steamed custard with roasted shiitakes and edamame

Edamame, shallot and avocado soup

Beef sarang with mango-edamame relish

Edamame salad with tofu croutons

Mini Mango Lime Mousse Tart

Black soybean salsa

Tex Mex tofu

Thai noodles with tofu and snow peas

Tempeh burritos