Lima Bean · Phaseolus lunatus

Lima beans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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123 kcal Calories

14%

6.8 g Protein

23.6 g Carbs

0.3 g Fat

Good nutrient density 36/100

How many beneficial nutrients Lima beans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt 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 Lima beans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

123 kcal / serving

76% from carbs

Carbs 76%

23.6 g per serving
Fat 2%

0.3 g per serving
Protein 22%

6.8 g per serving

What Lima beans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt 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).

Manganese54% Copper34% Dietary Fiber19% Magnesium18% Protein14% Iron14% Thiamin (B1)12% Potassium12% Vitamin C11% Vitamin B611%

Full nutrition breakdown

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Moderate
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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	23.6 g	9%
Dietary Fiber	5.3 g	19%
Total Sugars	1.6 g	—

Fats & Fatty Acids	Amount	% DV
Total Fat	0.3 g	0%
Saturated Fat	0.1 g	0%
Monounsaturated Fat	0.0 g	—
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.2 g	—
Trans Fat	0.0 g	—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids	50.0 mg	—
Omega-6 Fatty Acids	104.0 mg	—
Myristic Acid	1.0 mg	—
Palmitic Acid	64.0 mg	—
Stearic Acid	8.0 mg	—
Oleic Acid	19.0 mg	—
Linoleic Acid	104.0 mg	—

Protein & Amino Acids	Amount	% DV
Protein	6.8 g	14%
Histidine	231.0 mg	—
Isoleucine	438.0 mg	—
Leucine	535.0 mg	—
Lysine	450.0 mg	—
Methionine	68.0 mg	—
Phenylalanine	336.0 mg	—
Threonine	289.0 mg	—
Tryptophan	89.0 mg	—
Valine	425.0 mg	—
Alanine	258.0 mg	—
Arginine	456.0 mg	—
Aspartic Acid	731.0 mg	—
Cystine	83.0 mg	—
Glutamic Acid	877.0 mg	—
Glycine	273.0 mg	—
Proline	101.0 mg	—
Serine	425.0 mg	—
Tyrosine	219.0 mg	—

Vitamins	Amount	% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)	19.0 mcg	2%
Vitamin C	10.1 mg	11%
Vitamin D	0.0 mcg	0%
Vitamin E	0.1 mg	1%
Vitamin K	6.2 mcg	5%
Thiamin (B1)	0.1 mg	12%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.1 mg	7%
Niacin (B3)	1.0 mg	7%
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg	11%
Folate (B9)	26.0 mcg	7%
Vitamin B12	0.0 mcg	0%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)	0.3 mg	5%
Choline	44.1 mg	8%

Minerals	Amount	% DV
Calcium	32.0 mg	2%
Iron	2.5 mg	14%
Magnesium	74.0 mg	18%
Phosphorus	130.0 mg	10%
Potassium	570.0 mg	12%
Sodium	253.0 mg	11%
Zinc	0.8 mg	7%
Copper	0.3 mg	34%
Manganese	1.3 mg	54%
Selenium	2.0 mcg	4%

Sterols	Amount	% DV
Cholesterol	0.0 mg	0%
Phytosterols	~	—

Other	Amount	% DV
Alcohol	~	—
Caffeine	0.0 mg	—
Theobromine	0.0 mg	—
Ash	2.1 g	—

About Lima beans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt

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 Lima beans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt?

There are 123 calories in 100 g of Lima beans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt, or about 209 calories in 1 cup (170 g).

How much protein is in Lima beans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt?

Lima beans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt contains 6.8 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Lima beans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt?

Lima beans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt has 23.6 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Lima beans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt?

Lima beans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt provides 0.3 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Lima beans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt a good source of?

Lima beans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt is an excellent source of Manganese (54% DV) and Copper (34% DV) and a good source of Dietary Fiber, Magnesium, Protein, Iron, Thiamin (B1) and Potassium (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.