soybean
/ˈsɔɪˌbin/
noun
- A small, edible bean that is high in protein and used to make many food products, such as tofu, soy milk, and soy sauce.
- Soybeans are a key ingredient in many vegetarian dishes.
- Farmers in the Midwest grow millions of acres of soybeans every year.
- She added cooked soybeans to the salad for extra protein.