Calories in butter beans
A typical serving of butter beans provides about 196 calories. Here are the full macros and nutrition facts.
Per serving · 1 cup (170 g)
Calories
196kcal
Protein
13.3g
Carbs
35.5g
Fat
0.7g
Per 100 g
| Calories | 115 kcal |
| Protein | 7.8 g |
| Carbs | 20.9 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 7 g |
| Sugars | 0.3 g |
| Sodium | 8 mg |
Data based on Open Food Facts and public nutrition databases.
Large-sized legumes with a buttery texture, also known as Lima beans.
Nutritional benefits
- Great energy boost
- Rich in magnesium
- Highly satiating
How to prepare it
- 1.24-hour soak
- 2.Very slow cooking
- 3.Shock with cold water during boiling
Lighter alternatives
Broad beans
Similar size
White beans
Smaller and cheaper
Chestnuts
Similar mealy texture
Healthy tip
Cook them with plenty of vegetables to balance their caloric density.
Frequently asked questions
Why are they pricey?
Their cultivation is more delicate and geographically limited.
Do they break while cooking?
If simmered slowly and handled carefully, they hold up well.
Are they high in fat?
No, their buttery texture comes from starches, not lipids.
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