Lima beans, large, mature seeds, raw

Nutrition Facts — per 100g & per serving (1 cup cooked)

Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy (2018). FDC ID: 174252. CC0 1.0.

Nutrient	Per 100g	Per Serving	% DV*	vs Legumes and Legume Products Avg
Calories	338.0kcal	601.6kcal	30%	↑ higher than cat avg
Total Fat	0.7g	1.2g	2%	↓ lower than cat avg
Saturated Fat	0.2g	0.3g	1%	↓ lower than cat avg
Total Carbs	63.4g	112.9g	38%	↑ higher than cat avg
Fiber	19.0g	33.8g	135%	↑ higher than cat avg
Total Sugar	8.5g	15.1g	30%	↑ higher than cat avg
Protein	21.5g	38.3g	77%	↑ higher than cat avg
Sodium	18.0mg	32.0mg	1%	↓ lower than cat avg

* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Individual needs vary. Last reviewed: 2026-08-19.

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Quick Comparison — Lima beans vs Legumes and Legume Products Average

Compared to the average food in Legumes and Legume Products: Calories — 338 vs avg 202 · Carbs — 63.4g vs avg 22.0g · Fiber — 19.0g vs avg 6.9g · Protein — 21.5g vs avg 13.9g · Fat — 0.7g vs avg 7.7g · Sodium — 18mg vs avg 272mg

Dietary reference — not medical advice. This page provides evidence-based dietary reference information for general educational purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual blood sugar responses vary significantly. Always check your blood glucose to understand your personal response to foods, and talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before changing your diet. Data sources are cited above and publicly available from the USDA and the University of Sydney Glycemic Index Research Service.