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Soybean meal Calories
High-protein defatted soybean product
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Soybean meal (15 g) has 49 calories. That works out to 327 calories per 100 g. It contains 5 g of carbs, 6.7 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Soybean meal Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
49
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
5g
· 2% DV
Protein
6.7g
· 13% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 41% · Protein 55% · Fat 4%
Soybean meal nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 49 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.03 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Soybean meal?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 49 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 93 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 98 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 45 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 90 g | 294 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 327 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 327 kcal |
Calculated from 327 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Soybean meal
What is soybean meal used for?
Soybean meal is mainly used as a protein-rich ingredient in livestock and poultry feed. It is made from soybeans after most of their oil has been removed, and is commonly blended with grains and other feed ingredients.
How is soybean meal made?
Soybean meal is made by cleaning and cracking soybeans, removing most of the oil, and processing the remaining material into flakes or meal. The exact process varies, but feed-grade meal is typically heat-treated before use.
Can people eat soybean meal?
Feed-grade soybean meal should not be eaten as a human food. Its production and quality controls may be intended for animal feed, not human consumption; choose soy flour or another soybean product specifically made and sold for food.
Is soybean meal the same as soy flour?
No. Soybean meal usually refers to the material left after oil is extracted and is primarily used in animal feed. Soy flour is produced for food use, and the two can differ in processing, fat content, and food-safety standards.
Why is soybean meal used in chicken feed?
Soybean meal supplies plant protein and amino acids that help balance poultry feed. The appropriate amount depends on the birds’ age and the other ingredients in the ration, so feed is formulated rather than made from soybean meal alone.
Can cattle eat soybean meal?
Yes, soybean meal can be included as a protein source in cattle rations. It is normally fed as part of a balanced diet alongside forage and energy sources, rather than as a complete feed on its own.
Does soybean meal need to be cooked before feeding animals?
Feed-grade soybean meal is generally heat-processed during manufacture, so it is not normally cooked again before feeding. This is different from raw soybeans, which contain compounds that make processing important before they are used in feed.
How should soybean meal be stored?
Store soybean meal in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place and protect it from moisture and pests. Keep bags closed and off the floor; damp or poorly stored meal can develop mold and become unsuitable for feed.
Can soybean meal be used in fish feed?
Yes, soybean meal is included in some formulated fish feeds as a plant-protein ingredient. It does not suit every fish species or life stage as a standalone food, so use feed formulated for the particular fish.
What is the difference between soybean meal and soy cake?
The terms can describe related products left after oil is pressed or extracted from soybeans, but their texture and residual oil can differ with the process. Check that the product is intended for the animal and feed formulation in question.
Soybean meal Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Folate
42µg · 11% DV
Biotin
2.7µg · 9% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B5
0.21mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Manganese
0.47mg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
98mg · 14% DV
Magnesium
42mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
330mg · 10% DV
Sodium
3mg · 0% DV
Soybean meal Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Soybean meal
To burn the 49 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Soybean meal?
Soybean meal is made by pressing or extracting oil from soybeans, then grinding the remaining material. It is a concentrated, defatted protein ingredient used chiefly in livestock and aquaculture feeds; it is not the same as soy flour or textured soy protein sold for everyday cooking.
It has a mild, beany flavour and a dry, meal-like texture, so it is generally mixed into feed rather than eaten on its own. Its nutritional profile is high in protein and low in fat, with some carbohydrate and fibre. If you are considering it for a human recipe, check that the product is explicitly food-grade and follow its label; feed-grade meal is not a culinary ingredient.
How Nutritious Is Soybean meal?
Nutrient density
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
High
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Soybean meal Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Soybean meal Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Soybean meal Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Soybean meal Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.05g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.