Lima beans are called "butter beans" because of their starchy nature, yet buttery and creamy texture. Fresh lima beans are always hard to find, there are worth looking for in the summer and fall season. Otherwise you can buy canned or dried lima beans. There are a very good food for lowering cholesterol levels and are very high in fiber which helps in blood sugar control especially for diabetes. This dish is very impressive, the rich buttery creamy beans are infused with cilantro pumpkin seeds pesto and the tender crisp asparagus provides a sense of spring freshness. I just love the Styrian Gold pumpkin seed oil. It's infuse with deep aromatic nutty flavours that will entice your palate. You got to get yourself a bottle of this lovely awesome pumpkin seeds oil. It is one of the Berkeley household favourite!