Whether you call these beans Lima beans, butter beans, or sieva beans, these beans are a very wonderful type of bean indeed!
Characteristics: Lima beans are green, and are similar to edamame, except they are softer. They don't have that strong of a flavor.
Origin: It is a native plant of South and Central America.
Growing Season: They are in season in the summer and fall. They grow for 60-90 days and are best planted in late spring.
When they are ripe: Pick the pods when they are good and firm.
Health benefits: These beans have a lot of health benefits that are very good.
-Heart Healthy
-Boosts your energy levels
-Prevents Diabetes
-Good immune support -Prevents Chronic illnesses
-High fiber content supports digestive health
-Good for your circulatory system
-High protein
How to cook and prepare them: Check out this recipe for how to cook Lima beans! (source 9)
Fun Facts:
-Lima beans grow in bushes
-Lima bean plants make white and yellow flowers
-A lot of people call these beans butter beans
Warnings: Raw beans are toxic!
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For more information, go to:
(1) http://www.growthis.com/how-to-grow-lima-beans/
(2) http://www.erinnudi.com/2015/04/01/difference-between-lima-beans-and-edamame/
(3) https://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20101017073125AAPpOzJ
(4) http://www.feedipedia.org/node/267
(5) http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=59
(6) http://canigivemybaby.com/lima-beans/
(7) http://eol.org/pages/645300/details
(8) https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/other/health-benefits-lima-beans.html
(9) http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/trisha-yearwood/baby-lima-beans-butterbeans-recipe
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