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Lima Bean · Phaseolus lunatus

Lima beans, large, mature seeds, raw

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Lima beans, large, mature seeds, raw's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.

17%
338 kcal Calories
43%
21.5 g Protein
23%
63.4 g Carbs
1%
0.7 g Fat

Very good nutrient density 38/100

How many beneficial nutrients Lima beans, large, mature seeds, raw 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, large, mature seeds, raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

What Lima beans, large, mature seeds, raw 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).

Folate (B9)99% Copper82% Manganese73% Dietary Fiber68% Magnesium53% Protein43% Thiamin (B1)42% Iron42% Potassium37% Phosphorus31% Choline18% Riboflavin (B2)16% Selenium13% Niacin (B3)10%

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.

CarbohydratesAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrate63.4 g
23%
Dietary Fiber19.0 g
68%
Total Sugars8.5 g—
Fats & Fatty AcidsAmount% DV
Total Fat0.7 g
1%
Saturated Fat0.2 g
1%
Monounsaturated Fat0.1 g—
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g—
Trans Fat0.0 g—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids95.0 mg—
Omega-6 Fatty Acids215.0 mg—
Protein & Amino AcidsAmount% DV
Protein21.5 g
43%
Histidine656.0 mg—
Isoleucine1,129.0 mg—
Leucine1,850.0 mg—
Lysine1,438.0 mg—
Methionine271.0 mg—
Phenylalanine1,236.0 mg—
Threonine927.0 mg—
Tryptophan254.0 mg—
Valine1,291.0 mg—
VitaminsAmount% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)0.0 mcg
0%
Vitamin C0.0 mg
0%
Vitamin D0.0 mcg
0%
Vitamin E0.7 mg
5%
Vitamin K6.0 mcg
5%
Thiamin (B1)0.5 mg
42%
Riboflavin (B2)0.2 mg
16%
Niacin (B3)1.5 mg
10%
Vitamin B60.5 mg
30%
Folate (B9)395.0 mcg
99%
Vitamin B120.0 mcg
0%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)1.4 mg
27%
Choline96.7 mg
18%
MineralsAmount% DV
Calcium81.0 mg
6%
Iron7.5 mg
42%
Magnesium224.0 mg
53%
Phosphorus385.0 mg
31%
Potassium1,724.0 mg
37%
Sodium18.0 mg
1%
Zinc2.8 mg
26%
Copper0.7 mg
82%
Manganese1.7 mg
73%
Selenium7.2 mcg
13%
SterolsAmount% DV
Cholesterol0.0 mg
0%
Phytosterols~—
OtherAmount% DV
Alcohol0.0 g—
Caffeine0.0 mg—
Theobromine0.0 mg—
Ash4.3 g—

About Lima beans, large, mature seeds, raw

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, large, mature seeds, raw?

There are 338 calories in 100 g of Lima beans, large, mature seeds, raw, or about 602 calories in 1 cup (178 g).

How much protein is in Lima beans, large, mature seeds, raw?

Lima beans, large, mature seeds, raw contains 21.5 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Lima beans, large, mature seeds, raw?

Lima beans, large, mature seeds, raw has 63.4 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Lima beans, large, mature seeds, raw?

Lima beans, large, mature seeds, raw provides 0.7 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Lima beans, large, mature seeds, raw a good source of?

Lima beans, large, mature seeds, raw is an excellent source of Folate (B9) (99% DV), Copper (82% DV), Manganese (73% DV), Dietary Fiber (68% DV), Magnesium (53% DV) and Protein (43% DV) and a good source of Choline, Riboflavin (B2), Selenium and Niacin (B3) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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