Are lima beans healthy?

Yes, lima beans are packed with nutrients and can support heart health.

How can I use cooked lima beans?

They can be added to salads, soups, or eaten as a side dish.

Yes, they are a good source of plant-based protein.

Legumes

Cooked lima beans are a nutritious legume high in protein and fiber.

Per 100 g

110 kcal

1 cup

195 kcal

(177 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
7.8 g / 100g	20.2 g / 100g	0.6 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 27% · Carbs 68% · Fat 5%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 cup (177 g, 195 kcal) is 10% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 cup takes about 48 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Lima Beans (cooked) is number 2 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 156 kcal per 100 g.

Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.

8/10

A great choice for a filling meal option that supports weight loss.

Are lima beans healthy?: Yes, lima beans are packed with nutrients and can support heart health.
How can I use cooked lima beans?: They can be added to salads, soups, or eaten as a side dish.
Do lima beans have a lot of protein?: Yes, they are a good source of plant-based protein.

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