Are lima beans keto?

Lima beans

Not keto No — lima beans are not keto-friendly.

Baby limas or big butter beans, they're starchy: about 13 g net carbs per half cup.

Nutrition per serving

½ cup cooked · 90 g
Net carbs
13g
Calories
95kcal
Protein
6g
Fat
0.3g
Total carbs
18 g
Fiber
4.3 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 66%

About 34 g of lima beans adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 38% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for lima beans
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories95 kcal105 kcal
Total carbohydrate18 g19 g
Dietary fiber4.3 g4.8 g
Net carbs13 g15 g
Sugars 1.2 g 1.4 g
Protein6 g6.7 g
Fat0.3 g0.3 g

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Frequently asked questions

Are lima beans keto?

No — lima beans are not keto-friendly. Baby limas or big butter beans, they're starchy: about 13 g net carbs per half cup.

How many net carbs are in lima beans?

½ cup cooked (90 g) of lima beans has about 13 g net carbs (18 g total carbs minus 4.3 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 15 g net carbs.

How much lima beans can I eat on keto?

About 34 g of lima beans adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 38% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 66% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for lima beans?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #169956): Lima beans, immature seeds, frozen, baby, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt. Net carbs = total carbohydrate − fiber. Rating: Not keto — More than about 10 g net carbs per typical serving. Swap it for a low-carb alternative. How we rate foods. Last reviewed October 18, 2026.

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