Soy ice cream
90 kcal per 100 g
Category: Dairy
Nutritional information (per 100 g)
| Calories | 90 kcal |
| Protein | 4g |
| Carbohydrates | 12g |
| Sugars | 9g |
| Total fats | 4.5g |
| Saturated fats | 0.5g |
| Fiber | 1.5g |
Vitamins and minerals
Description
Soy ice cream is a vegan and healthy alternative to traditional dairy-based ice cream. It is made using soy milk as the main ingredient, making it an ideal choice for people who are lactose intolerant, have dairy allergies, or follow vegetarian or vegan diets.
This ice cream has its origins closely linked to the increase in soy product consumption in Asia, especially in countries like Japan, China, and Korea, where soy is a staple food. Today, soy ice cream has become popular all over the world, including Latin America, thanks to the growing demand for healthy and eco-friendly alternatives.
Soy ice cream is rich in high-quality plant-based proteins and contains less saturated fat compared to traditional ice cream. Furthermore, it provides isoflavones, bioactive compounds associated with health benefits, such as cholesterol reduction and antioxidant properties.
In different Latin American countries, soy ice cream may also be known as soy sorbet, frozen soy cream, or simply plant-based ice cream. It is an excellent option for those looking to enjoy cold desserts without animal-based ingredients.