Danish Lima Beans

Elevate your side dish game with Danish Lima Beans, a creamy, comforting recipe that brings a taste of Scandi-style simplicity to your table. Tender lima beans are simmered with fragrant bay leaf, sautéed onions, and a rich combination of butter and heavy cream, then finished with a sprinkle of fresh dill for a burst of herbaceous flavor. This dish pairs slow cooking with simple ingredients to achieve a velvety texture and heartwarming taste. Perfect as a main dish for plant-based diners or as a luxurious side for hearty roasts, this one-pot delight is both versatile and easy to make. Whether you're looking for a unique take on comfort food or exploring traditional Danish recipes, this creamy lima bean recipe is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:100 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried lima beans
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons white pepper
• 6 cups water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried lima beans in a colander under cold running water to remove any dirt or debris.

Step 2

Place the lima beans in a large bowl and cover with water. Allow them to soak overnight or for at least 8 hours. Drain and rinse before cooking.

Step 3

In a large pot, add the soaked and drained lima beans, 6 cups of water, bay leaf, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 45–60 minutes or until the beans are tender.

Step 4

While the beans cook, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped yellow onion and sauté for 5–7 minutes, or until the onion is translucent and fragrant.

Step 5

Once the lima beans are tender, drain them, remove the bay leaf, and return them to the pot.

Step 6

Add the sautéed onions, the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, heavy cream, fresh dill, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and white pepper to the pot with the beans. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Cook the mixture over low heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are creamy and fully coated in the sauce. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 8

Serve the Danish Lima Beans warm, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh dill on top. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2254.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2609.4

Total Fat 130.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 364mg	0%
Sodium 2568.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 265.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 78.5g	0%
Total Sugars 38.7g
Protein 87.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 459.0mg	0%
Iron 30.6mg	0%
Potassium 7096.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.5%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 41.0%