Ingredient:Lima beans
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Lima beans, also known as butter beans, are large, flat, pale green or white beans. When cooked properly, they offer a uniquely rich, starchy, and velvety texture.
Nutritional Information
Values based on a standard 100g (3.5 oz) serving of boiled lima beans.
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 115 kcal |
| Protein | 7.8 g |
| Total Fat | 0.4 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 20.9 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Culinary Uses
- Popular in succotash when paired with sweet corn. - Delicious when braised slowly in a savory, smoky broth with ham hocks. - Can be mashed with butter and garlic as a substitute for mashed potatoes.
