Staples of the Colombian diet include tubers such as potatoes, yam, arracacha, and cassava, along with meat such as beef, chicken, pork, or fish. Grains such as corn and rice are widely consumed. The plantain is an important element of the Colombian diet, as are vegetables such as onion, spring onion, garlic, pepper, and tomato. Legumes such as beans, peas, and lentils are eaten very frequently.