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Lima Beans

Lima Beans are the large, creamy beans also commonly sold as butter beans or butterbean. They’re used in soups, stews, succotash, salads, and side dishes, and have a mild, buttery flavor that absorbs seasonings well. Nutritionally, Lima Beans are a very solid plant food, with plenty of 21.5 and 19 per 100 g. They also provide useful folate and minerals such as copper and manganese. Overall, Lima Beans are a nutrient-dense legume that can support fullness, digestive health, and balanced meals. Their high fiber and good protein content make them a strong everyday choice, especially in place of more refined starches.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~0.60€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

S+

Optimal

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

338 kcal

17% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

22 g

43% RDI

Fat

0.7 g

0.2g sat fat

Carbs

63 g

23% RDI

Sugar

5 g

10% RDI

Fiber

19 g

63% RDI

Salt

0.1 g

1% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

S+ · 10.0 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Are Lima Beans healthy?

Yes, Lima Beans are exceptionally healthy, earning an S Health Grade. They are a good source of dietary fiber (19g per 100g).

Q.03What NOVA processing level are Lima Beans?

Lima Beans are NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Are Lima Beans gluten free?

Yes, Lima Beans are gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Lima Beans?

100g of Lima Beans contain 338 kcal, 21.5g protein, 63.4g carbohydrates, 0.7g fat, and 19g fiber.

Q.04Are Lima Beans vegan?

Yes, Lima Beans are vegan.

Q.06Are Lima Beans lactose free?

Yes, Lima Beans are lactose free.

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