Lima Bean · Phaseolus lunatus
Beans, lima, immature seeds, canned, regular pack, solids and liquids
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
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Good nutrient density 33/100
How many beneficial nutrients Beans, lima, immature seeds, canned, regular pack, solids and liquids delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in Beans, lima, immature seeds, canned, regular pack, solids and liquids come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
74% from carbs
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Carbs 74%13.3 g per serving
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Fat 4%0.3 g per serving
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Protein 23%4.1 g per serving
What Beans, lima, immature seeds, canned, regular pack, solids and liquids is a good source of
Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.3 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | — |
| Trans Fat | 0.0 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 45.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 94.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 1.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 57.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 7.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 16.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 94.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 4.1 g | |
| Histidine | 138.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 261.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 319.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 268.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 40.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 200.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 173.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 54.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 254.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 154.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 272.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 436.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 49.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 523.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 163.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 68.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 254.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 131.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 8.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 7.3 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | ~ | — |
| Vitamin K | ~ | — |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.0 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.0 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.5 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 16.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.0 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.1 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 28.0 mg | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | |
| Magnesium | 34.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 71.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 285.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 252.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.6 mg | |
| Copper | 0.2 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.7 mg | |
| Selenium | 1.1 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 0.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | ~ | — |
| Theobromine | ~ | — |
| Ash | 1.1 g | — |
About Beans, lima, immature seeds, canned, regular pack, solids and liquids
The lima bean (Phaseolus lunatus), also called the butter bean for its rich, creamy texture, is a flat, kidney-shaped legume that takes its name from Lima, Peru, where it has been grown for thousands of years. It comes as small, pale-green baby limas or large, starchy butter beans, both offering a smooth, buttery bite and a mild, nutty flavor. Lima beans are a nourishing source of plant protein, fiber, folate, iron, manganese, and potassium, with very little fat, and their soluble fiber helps support steady blood sugar and healthy digestion.
They star in the classic American dish succotash alongside corn, simmer into soups and stews, and make a creamy side on their own with a little butter and fresh herbs. Sold dried, canned, and frozen, dried limas need soaking and a thorough simmer, and like other raw legumes they contain natural compounds that make full cooking essential before eating. For the best texture, cook them gently so they turn tender without falling apart.
Store dried lima beans in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, where they keep for a year or more.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Beans, lima, immature seeds, canned, regular pack, solids and liquids?
There are 71 calories in 100 g of Beans, lima, immature seeds, canned, regular pack, solids and liquids, or about 322 calories in 1 can (303 x 406) (454 g).
How much protein is in Beans, lima, immature seeds, canned, regular pack, solids and liquids?
Beans, lima, immature seeds, canned, regular pack, solids and liquids contains 4.1 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Beans, lima, immature seeds, canned, regular pack, solids and liquids?
Beans, lima, immature seeds, canned, regular pack, solids and liquids has 13.3 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Beans, lima, immature seeds, canned, regular pack, solids and liquids?
Beans, lima, immature seeds, canned, regular pack, solids and liquids provides 0.3 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Beans, lima, immature seeds, canned, regular pack, solids and liquids a good source of?
Beans, lima, immature seeds, canned, regular pack, solids and liquids is an excellent source of Manganese (30% DV) and a good source of Copper and Dietary Fiber (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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