Legumes, Nuts, and Seeds / Beans
Lima bean pod
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 43% |
| Calories | 126kcal / 2530kcal (4%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 8.3 g/ 71g (11%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.7 g/ 42g (1%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 21.7 g/ 348g (6%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.15 mg/ 1mg (12%) |
Vit B2 | 0.1 mg/ 1mg (7%) |
Vit B3 | 1.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (7%) |
Vit C | 26 mg/ 70mg (37%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 27 mg/ 750mg (3%) |
Phosphorus | 114 mg/ 700mg (16%) source |
Iron | 2.2 mg/ 12mg (18%) |
Sodium | 2 mg/ 1500mg (0.13%) free |
What is this food?
Lima bean pod (the edible part of lima beans). It’s a plant-based food that provides carbohydrates plus fiber, and it can support your protein needs when paired with other protein-rich foods.
Why it matters to health
Lima bean pod is helpful for everyday health because it has dietary fiber (5.3 g per 100 g) to support regular digestion and help you feel full. It also has some carbohydrates (21.7 g) for energy, with low sugar (1.6 g) compared to many sweet snacks. The fat is low (0.7 g), and cholesterol is 0, which is good for heart-friendly eating patterns. Sodium is very low (2 mg), so it’s easier to fit into meals without worrying about salt. If you’re eating it as a snack or side, watch the portion so your total carbs for the day stay balanced—especially if you also eat rice, noodles, or bread in the same meal.
Healthier tips
- Use it as a side dish or add-on to your main meal (e.g., with rice and a viand) so your plate stays balanced.
- For 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks a day, keep lima bean pod to about 1/2 to 1 cup cooked per meal or snack, depending on your overall carbs for the day.
- Pair it with lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs) for better meal balance.
- Cook with less oil and go easy on salty sauces (soy sauce, bagoong, patis) to keep sodium low.
- If you’re sensitive to gas, start with a smaller serving and increase gradually.
Common Filipino dishes
Ginataang sitaw at lima beans, Pancit with lima beans, Sinigang with beans, Adobong gulay with lima beans, Mixed vegetable stew with lima beans
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