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TypeLegume
Common FormCanned
TextureCreamy
Flavor ProfileMild, slightly sweet
Buy it or make it
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Common carton size
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Add to shopping listStorage
Once opened, transfer canned lima beans to a non-metalic container, cover, and refrigerate. They are best used within 3 days.
Nutrition
Cooking Tips
Rinse canned lima beans before using them to reduce sodium content and remove any 'tinny' flavor.
Add them to soups, stews, salads, or mash them into a dip.
Combine with corn and butter for a classic side dish.
Pairs With
Corn
Bacon
Ham
Onions
Garlic
Tomatoes
Cream
Thyme
Common Mistakes
Not rinsing the beans, which can result in a mushy texture and high sodium.
Overcooking, which can make them lose their texture and become pasty.
Also called
Aliases
- Canned Lima Beanplural
/canned-lima-bean
