Lima Bean Spread with Cumin & Herbs

Rating: 4 stars
3 Ratings
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Humble limas are transformed into a sensational Mediterranean spread that is vibrant with a mix of fresh herbs and spices. You can substitute frozen edamame beans for the limas in Step 1; cook according to package directions.

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Source: EatingWell Magazine, August/September 2005

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Recipe Summary

total:
1 hr
Servings:
24
Nutrition Profile:
Heart Healthy
Low-Calorie
Low Carbohydrate
Dairy-Free
Diabetic Appropriate
Gluten-Free
Vegetarian
Vegan
Low Sodium
Low Added Sugars
Nutrition Info
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Ingredients

Directions

  • Bring a large saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil. Add lima beans, garlic and crushed red pepper; cook until the beans are tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool in the liquid.

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  • Drain the beans and garlic. Transfer to a food processor. Add oil, lemon juice, cumin, salt and pepper; process until smooth. Scrape into a bowl, stir in mint, cilantro and dill.

Tips

Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 6 months.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
Per Serving:
25 calories; protein 0.8g; carbohydrates 2.6g; dietary fiber 0.7g; sugars 0.2g; fat 1.2g; saturated fat 0.2g; vitamin a iu 48.8IU; vitamin c 2.8mg; folate 4.3mcg; calcium 5mg; iron 0.2mg; magnesium 4.9mg; potassium 61.4mg; sodium 55.6mg.
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Reviews (3)

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3 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 1
  • 4 star values: 1
  • 3 star values: 1
  • 2 star values: 0
  • 1 star values: 0
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EatingWell User
Rating: 5 stars
10/30/2011
This sounds delicious and I WILL make it this week! I LOVE lima beans and make a lot of bean dips so I hope this one will be a keeper-I let you know. Read More
EatingWell User
Rating: 3 stars
10/12/2013
Good use of lima beans My friends gave me funny looks when they saw me putting lima beans into the food processor but we thought the spread was pretty good. I felt the need to stir in a little extra olive oil because it seemed a little on the thick/dry side. It was even better the next day as far as flavor goes. I'll probably make this again. Pros: Easy light good for people who don't really like lima beans Read More
EatingWell User
Rating: 4 stars
02/24/2013
I'm in Lima beans heaven. I'm from the middle east and recently discovered the Lima beans. I don't like beans but after tasting them right out of the food processer I fell in love. Wow just wow. I gave it great and not awesome because I think the Lima beans taste better without all the extra herbs. Pros: This recipe is great it looks great its easy to make and most importantly delicious. Cons: It could do without this much lemon and perhaps more cilantro. Read More
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