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Lima Bean Puree

Lima Bean Puree
Lima Bean Puree
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Lima Bean Puree is a smooth, creamy dish made from cooked and mashed lima beans, often seasoned with butter, garlic, and herbs. It has roots in various cuisines, particularly in the Southern United States and parts of Europe, where it's served as a comforting side dish.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in carbohydrates and protein, providing a good source of dietary fiber, iron, and potassium. A typical serving contains around 200-250 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories209 kcal
Protein11.6 g
Carbs37.8 g
Fat0.7 g
Fiber8.9 g
Sugar2.9 g
Sodium12 mg
Potassium565 mg
Iron4.5 mg
Magnesium81 mg
Phosphorus168 mg
Folate156 mcg
Vitamin K13 mcg
Thiamin (B1)0.3 mg
Zinc1.8 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Lima beans are one of the oldest cultivated beans, dating back to ancient Peru, and they're nutritionally unique for their high molybdenum content, a trace mineral important for enzyme function.

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