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How much fiber is in lima beans?
Lima Beans have 6.6 g of fiber per 1/2 cup cooked (85 g). That is 24% of the daily value and a high amount for a legume.
Soluble vs insoluble
The split is approximate and comes from USDA SR Legacy analyses where available. Soluble fiber dissolves into a gel and is the type most linked to cholesterol and blood sugar effects. Insoluble fiber adds bulk and keeps things moving.
About lima beans and fiber
Lima beans, also sold as butter beans, are milder than most beans and have a solid soluble share. Frozen limas are the easiest form and cook in minutes.
How lima beans compares to other legumes
Per typical serving. The highest legume in the database is navy beans at 9.6 g.
| Food | Serving | Fiber | Per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mung Beans | 1/2 cup cooked | 7.7 g | 7.6 g | 28% |
| Pinto Beans | 1/2 cup cooked | 7.7 g | 9 g | 28% |
| Black Beans | 1/2 cup cooked | 7.5 g | 8.7 g | 27% |
| Lima Beans | 1/2 cup cooked | 6.6 g | 7.8 g | 24% |
| Kidney Beans | 1/2 cup cooked | 6.5 g | 7.3 g | 23% |
| Chickpeas | 1/2 cup cooked | 6.2 g | 7.6 g | 22% |
| Black-Eyed Peas | 1/2 cup cooked | 5.6 g | 6.5 g | 20% |
Servings to reach a daily goal
servings of lima beans to reach 25 g, the adequate intake for adult women
servings of lima beans to reach 38 g, the adequate intake for adult men
Nobody should get all their fiber from one food. Gut bacteria respond to variety, and the fiber calculator shows a mixed day that reaches your number.
USDA entries for lima beans
Grams of fiber per 100 g from USDA FoodData Central (snapshot 2026-10-11). Different preparations and varieties explain the spread.
| USDA description | Fiber / 100 g | Soluble | Insoluble |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lima beans, immature seeds, raw | 4.9 g | – | – |
| Lima beans, large, mature seeds, raw | 19 g | – | – |
| Lima beans, thin seeded (baby), mature seeds, raw | 20.6 g | – | – |
| Lima beans, large, mature seeds, canned | 4.8 g | – | – |
| Lima beans, large, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt | 7 g | – | – |
| Lima beans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt | 5.4 g | – | – |
| Lima beans, immature seeds, frozen, baby, unprepared | 6 g | – | – |
| Lima beans, thin seeded (baby), mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt | 7.7 g | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
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Values are per typical serving from USDA FoodData Central and standard references, rounded to one decimal. Actual fiber varies with variety, ripeness, and preparation. This is general nutrition information, not medical advice.