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Lemony Lima Bean Summer Salad

Zesty Lemony Lima Bean Summer Salad in Just 5 Minutes

This Lemony Lima Bean Summer Salad is a quick, fresh, and nutritious dish perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Frozen Lima Beans or fresh lima beans or butter beans
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed preferred
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin for best flavor
  • 1 cup Basil fresh herb; substitute with thyme if desired
  • ¼ cup Pecorino Romano can be swapped with Parmesan or omitted
  • to taste Fresh Cracked Pepper
  • to taste Coarse Salt use sea salt or kosher salt
For Serving
  • 1 slice Lemon Twist for garnish
  • a few Additional Basil Leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cook the frozen lima beans according to the package instructions, typically boiling for about 4-5 minutes until tender yet firm. Drain and cool in ice water.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Gradually drizzle in olive oil while whisking to create a smooth dressing.
  3. Once the lima beans are cooled, mix them in a bowl with fresh basil leaves and grated Pecorino Romano. Gently fold to combine.
  4. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve topped with remaining cheese and a twist of fresh lemon peel.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients and adjust seasoning to suit your taste. Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 1 day.

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