Lima bean
Lima bean, dried
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 299 kcal |
| Protein | 21.9 g |
| Fat | 2.0 g |
| Carbs | 35.6 g |
Lima bean, also known as butter bean, is a large, flat legume sold in dried form and typically soaked and cooked before eating. It is a staple in Mediterranean, Latin American and Southern US cuisines, commonly used in soups, stews and side dishes. Per 100 g dried, lima beans provide 299 kcal, 21.9 g of protein, 2 g of fat, 35.6 g of carbohydrates and a substantial 18.5 g of dietary fibre, with only 3.4 g coming from sugars. They are a notable source of potassium (1,290 mg per 100 g), phosphorus (386 mg) and magnesium (160 mg), as well as folate (395 mcg) and vitamin E (4.53 mg). No glycemic index value is available for the dried form. Suitable for vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, dairy-free and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
How many calories in dried lima beans?
Dried lima beans contain 299 kcal per 100 g. Keep in mind that cooking roughly doubles their weight, so a 100 g cooked serving would deliver significantly fewer calories than the dried figure suggests.
How much folate is in lima beans?
Dried lima beans contain 395 mcg of folate per 100 g, making them one of the more folate-dense legumes available. Note that cooking will reduce this figure somewhat compared to the dried weight.
Are lima beans vegan-friendly?
Yes, lima beans are fully plant-based and suitable for vegan, vegetarian and pescatarian diets. They are also gluten-free and dairy-free, making them a versatile option across several common dietary patterns.
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Glycemic Index
approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 299 kcal |
| Protein | 21.9 g |
| Fat | 2.0 g |
| Carbs | 35.6 g |
| Sugars | 3.4 g |
| Fiber | 18.5 g |
| Starch | 32.2 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.32 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.16 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.96 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.24 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.55 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 95.0 mg |
| Iron | 5.6 mg |
| Magnesium | 160 mg |
| Phosphorus | 386 mg |
| Potassium | 1290 mg |
| Sodium | 3.0 mg |
| Zinc | 2.7 mg |
| Copper | 0.81 mg |
| Manganese | 1.3 mg |
| Selenium | 5.0 mcg |
| Iodine | 0 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 1.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 1.0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 4.5 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.42 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.12 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.9 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.33 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 395 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
