In Costa Rica, it is very common to find agricultural markets, places where provincial farmers set up early in the morning with a variety of fresh and high-quality products. You can find a colorful array of fruits, vegetables, and greens, many of which are cultivated organically. Therefore, if you prefer vegetarian cuisine, definitely don't miss visiting these sites, which you can usually find throughout the country.
But if you don't want to miss the experience of enjoying the most iconic dishes of Costa Rican cuisine, there's no problem — you can do so without many setbacks. For example, you can start your day with an energy explosion through a hearty traditional breakfast, the classic Gallo Pinto, a mixture of seasoned rice and beans flavored with the essential cilantro and accompanied by eggs, tortillas, cheese, and a good coffee.
When lunchtime approaches, you can enjoy one of the classic dishes, the Casado, a harmonious combination of rice and beans that is usually served with salad, plantains, a delicious picadillo, and the main protein source which, without a doubt, you can omit without diminishing the nutritional value of your choice.
Another option at your disposal is the variety of delicious fruits that will make you lose yourself among the aromas, freshness, and flavors; examples include the typical pejibayes, passionfruit, guanábanas, jocotes, rambutan, or mamón chino, watermelons, mangos, papayas, among many others.
So, don't hesitate to explore this style of eating in a cuisine where love for food and local products are part of the culture of Costa Ricans.
