Legumes, Nuts, and Seeds / Beans
Lima bean pod, boiled
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 46% |
| Calories | 100kcal / 2530kcal (3%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 7 g/ 71g (9%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.3 g/ 42g (0.71%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 17.2 g/ 348g (4%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.1 mg/ 1mg (8%) |
Vit B2 | 0.06 mg/ 1mg (4%) |
Vit B3 | 0.9 mg NE/ 16mg NE (5%) |
Vit C | 18 mg/ 70mg (25%) source |
Minerals
Calcium | 33 mg/ 750mg (4%) |
Phosphorus | 93 mg/ 700mg (13%) |
Iron | 0.6 mg/ 12mg (5%) |
Sodium | 13 mg/ 1500mg (0.87%) very low |
What is this food?
Boiled lima bean pods (edamame-like pods), a legume vegetable usually eaten as a side or snack. In 100g, it provides about 100 kcal and is a good source of fiber and plant-based carbohydrates.
Why it matters to health
Lima bean pods are helpful for everyday meals because they provide dietary fiber (4.1g per 100g) to support regular digestion and help you feel full longer. They also have some protein (listed as its default role) and low fat (0.3g total fat, 0.07g saturated fat), which makes them a lighter option compared with many meat-based sides. Carbs are present (17.2g) but the fiber helps balance how they affect your appetite. Sodium is low (13mg), so they’re generally friendly for heart health when paired with meals that aren’t salty.
Healthier tips
- Use it as a side for lunch or dinner, or as a snack with a balanced plate (e.g., add a serving of rice or root crop if needed, plus a lean ulam).
- Watch the cooking add-ons: keep seasonings light (go easy on bagoong, patis, or salty sauces).
- Portion guide: aim for about 1/2 to 1 cup per serving (adjust based on your rice and ulam portions) since it has carbs plus fiber.
- If you’re having it for a snack, pair it with water or unsweetened drinks and consider adding a small source of protein if your meal earlier was light.
Common Filipino dishes
Ginataang sitaw at kalabasa, Pinakbet, Kare-kare (with extra vegetables), Sinigang na gulay, Tokwa’t baboy (swap with bean pods as a veggie side)
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