Easy Lima Beans

Easy Lima Beans

This easy lima bean recipe features baby lima beans steamed in chicken broth. It’s a tasty side dish that’s low in fat.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • ½ medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 (16 ounce) package frozen baby lima beans
  • 1/4 cup water, or as needed to cover

Directions

Step 1
Spray a large saucepan with cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Add onion to the hot pan and saut? until translucent, about 5 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Step 2
Add lima beans and enough water just to cover. Return to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until beans are tender, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

84
Calories
16g
Carbs
4g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 84
% Daily Value *
Sodium132mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate16g 6%
Dietary Fiber4g 15%
Total Sugars1g
Protein4g
Vitamin C5mg 27%
Calcium22mg 2%
Iron2mg 8%
Potassium15mg 0%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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