Lima Bean Purée
Lima Bean Purée is a smooth, creamy side dish made from cooked and mashed lima beans, often seasoned with butter, salt, and pepper. It has roots in American and European cuisine, particularly as a classic comfort food in the United States. The dish highlights the buttery, mild flavor of the beans themselves.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a good source of plant-based protein and dietary fiber, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates. A typical serving provides essential nutrients like iron, potassium, and folate, and generally ranges from 150 to 200 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 170 kcal |
| Protein | 9 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 2 g |
| Fiber | 9 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 300 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Potassium | 500 mg |
| Folate | 150 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 140 mg |
| Magnesium | 80 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin K | 10 mcg |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg |
Per 1 cup (170 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Lima beans, also known as butter beans, were cultivated by ancient civilizations in the Americas and became a staple in the Southern United States. Their naturally creamy texture makes them ideal for purées without needing excessive added fats.
