In this article, we will be covering the top 5 countries with the highest vegetable consumption per capita. If you want to read our detailed analysis of the vegetable industry and consumption trends, go directly to the Vegetable Consumption per Capita by Country: Top 20.
5. Bosnia and Herzegovina
Vegetable Consumption Per Capita: 218.82 kg
Population: 3,280,820
Total Annual Vegetable Consumption: 781,000 tons
Bosnia and Herzegovina is located in the Balkan Peninsula in Southeast Europe. Stuffed vegetables are famous in Bosnian cuisine.
4. Albania
Vegetable Consumption Per Capita: 220.57 kg
Population: 2,877,800
Total Annual Vegetable Consumption: 802,000 tons
Albania is another Southeastern European country from the Balkan region on our list of the top 20 countries with the highest vegetable consumption per capita. Albanian cuisine features vegetable-based dips and spreads. “Ajvar” is a popular condiment made from roasted red peppers, eggplants, garlic, and oil. Grilling and roasting vegetables are common cooking methods in Albania as well.
3. Guyana
Vegetable Consumption Per Capita: 237.65 kg
Population: 786,550
Total Annual Vegetable Consumption: 204,000 tons
Guyana is a small country located on the northern coast of South America. Guyanese cuisine features a wide array of curries, including vegetable curries. Popular vegetable curries include pumpkin curry, potato curry, and mixed vegetable curry, which typically consist of a combination of seasonal vegetables cooked in a spiced sauce.
2. China
Vegetable Consumption Per Capita: 328.75 kg
Population: 1,439,323,780
Total Annual Vegetable Consumption: 555.42 million tons
China, with its vast territory and diverse regional cuisines, has a rich and varied vegetable consumption behaviour. Pickled and fermented vegetables play a significant role in Chinese cuisine. Pickled cabbage, radish, and mustard greens are commonly enjoyed as side dishes or condiments.
1. Croatia
Vegetable Consumption Per Capita: 329.77 kg
Population: 4,105,270
Total Annual Vegetable Consumption: 1.48 million tons
Croatia is another Southeastern European nation on our list that leads the per capita consumption of vegetables globally. Croatia’s coastal regions are heavily influenced by Mediterranean cuisine. Salads made with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and olives are popular in the country.
