Gigantes (Greek Lima Beans)

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This is a family recipe. In Greek, it's called "gigantes" which translates as "giants." Try to find the largest dried lima beans possible. My aunt adds small canned sausages, but I prefer this meatless. Serve with feta cheese and crusty bread.

Submitted by stamarex
Updated on October 25, 2022
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 50 mins
Additional Time:
8 hrs
Total Time:
10 hrs
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package dried lima beans

  • 2 (16 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes with juice

  • 1 cup olive oil

  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped

  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill

  • sea salt to taste

  • 1 cup water, or as needed (Optional)

Directions

  1. Place lima beans into a large saucepan and add enough water to cover by 2 inches. Soak for 8 hours or overnight.

  2. When ready to cook, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  3. Place the saucepan with beans and water over medium heat and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 20 minutes.

  4. Drain beans; pour into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Add tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, dill, and salt; stir to combine.

  5. Bake in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally and adding water if the mixture appears dry, until beans are tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

Tips

You can substitute 2 teaspoons parsley for the dill if preferred.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

449 Calories
28g Fat
40g Carbs
13g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 449
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28g 35%
Saturated Fat 4g 19%
Sodium 171mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 40g 15%
Dietary Fiber 12g 42%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 13g 26%
Vitamin C 11mg 12%
Calcium 83mg 6%
Iron 6mg 31%
Potassium 1181mg 25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.