Nutrition

Puerto Rican cuisine has some aspects reminiscent of its historical connection with Spain, but it is quite distinct from cuisines found in the U.S. Food is well seasoned but not spicy.

Puerto Rican Culture	American Majority Culture
Cereal with milk, orange juice, fruit, toast, eggs and bacon, are part of the traditional breakfast.	Cereal with milk, orange juice, fruit, toast, eggs and bacon, are part of the traditional breakfast.
Both lunch and dinner are full meals that may include Puerto Rican staple foods such as beans, rice, meat, fish, vegetables, potatoes, cereals, eggs, dairy, and fruit.	Lunch is a light meal (e.g., a sandwich). Dinner is the important meal. Ordering take-out or eating out is common.