Organic Soya Beans 500g

Soya beans are the most protein-rich commonly available legume — providing around 36g of complete protein per 100g dry weight, making them nutritionally comparable to meat in protein density. These certified organic soya beans from Just Natural Organic are whole dried soya beans for cooking — the starting point for homemade soy milk, tofu, tempeh, and edamame-style dishes.

Unlike most plant proteins, soya provides complete protein with all essential amino acids. Also rich in isoflavones, calcium, iron, manganese, and omega-3 fatty acids. One of the most nutritionally impressive plants available.

Certified organic by the Soil Association. Non-GMO. Plastic-free, home-compostable packaging. Available in 500g.

Soak 8–12 hours, cook 2–3 hours (or pressure cooker 40 minutes). Use in stews, curries, and casseroles. Make soy milk (blend cooked and strained). Use as the base for homemade tofu. Add whole cooked beans to grain bowls.

Recipe idea — Soya Bean & Vegetable Stew: Soak and cook 200g soya beans. Fry 1 onion, 3 garlic cloves, 1 tsp each cumin and smoked paprika. Add 1 tin tomatoes, 400ml stock, the cooked soya beans, 1 diced sweet potato, and 1 tin sweetcorn. Simmer 20 minutes. Season and finish with lemon juice and fresh parsley. A high-protein, nutritionally complete plant meal.

Ingredients: Organic Soya Beans.

FAQs

Are these GMO-free?
Yes — EU and UK organic standards prohibit GMO ingredients. These are certified organic and non-GMO.

Why are soya beans higher in fat than other beans?
Soya beans are unusual among legumes in having significant fat content (20g/100g), including valuable omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. This fat is the source of soybean oil and contributes to soya's complete nutritional profile.

Do soya beans need long cooking?
Yes — they are one of the longer-cooking beans. Soak overnight and cook 2–3 hours on the hob, or 40 minutes in a pressure cooker.