Lima Beans
Lima Beans are a type of bean commonly used in dips, spreads, salsas, grain dishes, pastas, and much more!
The flavor profile for lima beans can be described as creamy and mellow.
Lima Beans contain over 17+ nutrients including 8 vitamins and 9 minerals. Lima Beans are also low in sodium and trans fat free.
Vegan
Vegetarian
Paleo
Gluten Free
Uses For Lima Beans
There are 6 uses for lima beans. Find your use and start enjoying this tasty food today!
- Dips, Spreads, Salsas.
- Grain Dishes.
- Pastas.
- Salads.
- Sandwiches, Burgers.
- Soups, Stews.
Tips
Great ideas for purchasing, storing, and consuming lima beans.
- Look for beans that are shiny, smooth, firm, and fresh. Avoid those that are dull or have cracks or holes in them.
- Lima Beans are best stored in a cool place, in an airtight container.
- Lima beans are wonderful when paired with other ingredients like garlic, onions, tomatoes, mushrooms, and bell peppers. They also taste great when mixed with spices, such as cumin or turmeric.
- Ensure you cook lima beans until they are tender but not mushy—you want them to have a slight firmness when you bite them.
Nutrition
Checkout the facts and figures to see how wealthy lima beans are.
Nutrition Facts
1 Serving
Serving size
Lima Beans - Dried - Large
100 Grams
100 Grams
Amount per serving
Calories
per serving
338
Amount/serving
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
1%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 18mg
1%
Amount/serving
% Daily Value*
Total Carbohydrate 63g
49%
Dietary Fiber 19g
68%
Total Sugars 9g
Includes 0g Added Sugars
0%
Protein 21g
47%
Folate 99%
·
Manganese 93%
·
Copper 82%
·
Magnesium 72%
·
Phosphorous 55%
·
Thiamin 46%
·
Iron 42%
·
Vitamin B6 39%
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Potassium 37%
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Zinc 35%
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Pantothenic Acid 27%
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Choline 23%
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Riboflavin 18%
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Selenium 13%
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Niacin 11%
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Calcium 8%
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Vitamin K 7%
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Vitamin E 5%
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* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Highlights
- High in fiber.
- Packed with protein.
- Low in sodium.
- Excellent source of 12 micronutrients.
- Good source of 3 micronutrients.