Soybean oil is a vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the soybean plant (Glycine max). It is widely used for cooking and frying due to its neutral flavor and high smoke point. Rich in polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, soybean oil is considered heart-healthy and contains essential fatty acids like omega-3 and omega-6. Besides culinary applications, it is also used in processed foods, salad dressings, and margarine.