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Lima beans
Calories & nutrition facts
immature seeds, raw
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 113 kcal —
- Protein 6.8 g 14%
- Carbohydrate 15 g 6%
- Fat 0.9 g 1%
- Saturated fat 0.2 g 1%
- Fibre 4.9 g 18%
- Sugars 1.5 g —
- Sodium 8 mg 0%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 10 µg 1%
- Vitamin C 23.4 mg 26%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.32 mg 2%
- Vitamin K 5.6 µg 5%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.22 mg 18%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.1 mg 8%
- Niacin (B3) 1.5 mg 9%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.25 mg 5%
- Vitamin B6 0.2 mg 12%
- Folate (B9) 34 µg 9%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 40 mg 7%
Minerals
- Calcium 34 mg 3%
- Iron 3.1 mg 17%
- Magnesium 58 mg 14%
- Phosphorus 136 mg 11%
- Potassium 467 mg 10%
- Zinc 0.78 mg 7%
- Copper 0.32 mg 35%
- Manganese 1.2 mg 53%
- Selenium 1.8 µg 3%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 113 | 6.8 g | 15 g | 0.9 g |
| 1 × cup | 156 g | 176 | 11 g | 24 g | 1.3 g |
| 2 × cup | 312 g | 353 | 21 g | 48 g | 2.7 g |
| ½ × cup | 78 g | 88 | 5.3 g | 12 g | 0.7 g |
| 3 × cup | 468 g | 529 | 32 g | 72 g | 4 g |
| 4 × cup | 624 g | 705 | 43 g | 95 g | 5.4 g |
Similar foods
- Large lima beansdry, mature seeds, dry338 kcal / 100 g
- Baby lima beansdry, mature seeds, dry335 kcal / 100 g
- Large mature seed lima beansraw338 kcal / 100 g
- Thin seeded baby mature seed lima beansraw335 kcal / 100 g
- Fordhook lima beansimmature seeds, frozen, unprepared106 kcal / 100 g
- Butter beansraw25 kcal / 100 g
- Dried butter beanraw313 kcal / 100 g
- Lima or butter beansdried, boiled, microwaved or steamed, drained85 kcal / 100 g
- Hyacinth beansimmature seeds, raw46 kcal / 100 g
- Butter bean or yellow beanraw38 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Lima beans
Are lima beans the same as butter beans?
Butter beans are the large, flat mature lima beans commonly sold under that name in Britain. The name can also be used more loosely, so check the packet if you need to know whether they are dried, tinned or frozen.
How do you cook dried lima beans?
Soak them overnight, drain and rinse, then cover with fresh water. Bring to a vigorous boil for at least 10 minutes, then simmer until tender, usually about 45–60 minutes; don’t cook them from dried in a slow cooker.
Can you eat lima beans raw?
No. Raw lima beans can contain naturally occurring compounds that release cyanide; cook them thoroughly, including fresh or frozen beans, and never taste them raw.
How long do frozen lima beans take to cook?
Add them straight from the freezer to boiling water and simmer for about 5–8 minutes, until hot throughout and tender. Drain before serving, or add them to a soup or stew for the final few minutes of cooking.
What can you make with lima beans?
They’re a classic ingredient in succotash, often cooked with sweetcorn, and work well in soups and stews. Mash cooked beans with olive oil, garlic and lemon for a creamy side or spread.
How should you store cooked lima beans?
Cool them promptly, then keep them in a covered container in the fridge and use within 3–4 days. Freeze portions in airtight containers for up to 3 months; thaw in the fridge or add frozen beans directly to a hot dish.
What nutrients stand out in lima beans?
A 150 g portion provides 7.4 g of fibre and 10 g of protein. Lima beans are also a source of iron, copper and manganese.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 168396 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
