Legume
Lima Beans
A creamy, buttery bean, rich in fiber and potassium, that supports healthy blood pressure and cholesterol and keeps digestion regular.
🌱 What it is
Lima beans are pale, flat legumes with a soft, buttery texture once cooked, sometimes called butter beans, and used in soups, sides, and stews.
✨ How it may help
- May help support healthy blood pressure with potassium
- May help support healthy cholesterol levels
- May help keep digestion regular with fiber
- May help provide filling plant protein
🥄 How to use it
Simmer until tender and serve as a side, fold into soups, or mash into a soft spread.
🥗 Nutrition
Per 1 cup cooked (188g) · about 216 calories
- Protein 14.7g
- Fiber 13.2g
- Potassium 955mg
- Iron 4.5mg
Source: USDA FoodData Central
⚖️ Caution
Always cook them well; raw lima beans contain a natural toxin and are not safe to eat. Like all beans they may cause gas at first, so introduce them gradually with plenty of water.
🍃 A note from nature
A flat, creamy bean tucked in a long pod, softening into something almost buttery once it's cooked through.