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Large mature seed lima beans
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 338 kcal —
- Protein 21 g 43%
- Carbohydrate 44 g 16%
- Fat 0.7 g 1%
- Saturated fat 0.2 g 1%
- Fibre 19 g 68%
- Sugars 8.5 g —
- Sodium 18 mg 1%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.72 mg 5%
- Vitamin K 6 µg 5%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.51 mg 42%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.2 mg 16%
- Niacin (B3) 1.5 mg 10%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 1.4 mg 27%
- Vitamin B6 0.51 mg 30%
- Folate (B9) 395 µg 99%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 96.7 mg 18%
Minerals
- Calcium 81 mg 6%
- Iron 7.5 mg 42%
- Magnesium 224 mg 53%
- Phosphorus 385 mg 31%
- Potassium 1724 mg 37%
- Zinc 2.8 mg 26%
- Copper 0.74 mg 82%
- Manganese 1.7 mg 73%
- Selenium 7.2 µg 13%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 338 | 22 g | 44 g | 0.7 g |
| 1 × cup | 178 g | 602 | 38 g | 79 g | 1.2 g |
| 1 × tbsp | 11.1 g | 38 | 2.4 g | 4.9 g | 0.1 g |
| 2 × cup | 356 g | 1203 | 76 g | 158 g | 2.5 g |
| ½ × cup | 89 g | 301 | 19 g | 40 g | 0.6 g |
| 3 × cup | 534 g | 1805 | 115 g | 237 g | 3.7 g |
| 4 × cup | 712 g | 2407 | 153 g | 316 g | 4.9 g |
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- Butter beansraw25 kcal / 100 g
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Questions about Large mature seed lima beans
How do you cook dried lima beans?
Soak them overnight, then drain and rinse. Cover with fresh water and simmer until completely tender, usually 45–60 minutes; older beans can take longer, so test a few before draining.
Do lima beans need to be soaked before cooking?
Soaking overnight shortens the cooking time and helps the beans cook more evenly. Pour away the soaking water, rinse the beans and cook them in fresh water.
Can you eat lima beans raw or undercooked?
No. Raw or insufficiently cooked lima beans can contain naturally occurring compounds that release cyanide. Cook them thoroughly in plenty of water until soft, and never taste them raw.
What dishes can you make with lima beans?
Add cooked lima beans to soups and stews, or serve them with tomatoes, herbs and olive oil. They are also a classic ingredient in succotash, a dish often made with sweetcorn.
What can you use instead of lima beans?
Butter beans are the closest swap in soups, stews and salads. Cannellini beans also work well, though they are smaller and have a firmer texture.
How should you store dried lima beans?
Keep dried lima beans in an airtight container in a cool, dry cupboard, away from sunlight. Once cooked, refrigerate them in a covered container and use within three to four days.
Are lima beans a good source of fibre?
Yes. A 100 g portion of dried lima beans provides 19 g of fibre; remember that the beans absorb water and weigh more after cooking.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 174252 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
