Rich Fiber Source

Again the focus is on an ordinary, readily available and affordable member of the legume family, that packs a nutritional wollop! It's the almighty lima bean, also known as the butter bean. These beans are very affordable and belong in any dry pantry. If you are able,get fresh, frozen or grow your own,even better!
The lima is a great source of dietary fiber,protein,potassium, copper, and especially good for diabetics and sufferers of hypoglycemia, as are most members of the legume family.They are among a group of antidiabetic foods that help lower insulin resistance.They make a huge contribution to a healthy well balanced diet for all of us. A simple dish, low in fat and can be prepared in 30 minutes follows:

You'll need:
cooking spray
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 (16 ounce) package frozen baby lima beans

Heat a large saucepan over medium heat, and spray with cooking spray.
Saute onions until soft and translucent.
Pour in chicken broth, and bring to a boil.
Add lima beans, and enough water just to cover.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, until beans are tender.
Enjoy this quick side and look for more ways to include this super vegetable into your healthy diet.