CAVA Nutrition Facts
Last updated: May 12, 2026 · How we source & estimate these macros
CAVA has 8 menu items with full macro data — calories, protein, carbs, and fat. Highest protein: Double Protein Bowl - Chicken + Steak (51 g protein, 650 cal). Lowest calorie: Sweet Tamari Chicken Crunch (455 cal, 31 g protein).
CAVA serves customizable Mediterranean bowls, pitas, and salads with house-made dips, proteins, grains, and greens inspired by Greek, Lebanese, and Turkish flavors. The build-your-own model makes it easy to hit 35-50g protein under 600 calories by combining lean proteins like grilled chicken, harissa chicken, or braised lamb with greens and tzatziki. This breakdown is for the Pasadena location, which carries 8 macro-friendly items in our database. The single best macro-friendly order is the Grilled Chicken Bowl (Black Lentils Base) at 520 calories with 46g protein — one of the highest protein-per-calorie picks on the menu. The highest-protein item is the Double Protein Bowl - Chicken + Steak with 51g protein at 650 calories.
To dial in macros at CAVA Pasadena, order proteins on the heavier side, choose greens or vegetables over starchy sides when possible, and watch dressings and sauces — they're the single biggest hidden calorie source on most fast-casual menus. Every item below is sortable and filterable by protein, carbs, fat, and calories.
Best Macro Pick
Grilled Chicken Bowl (Black Lentils Base), 520 calories, 46g protein.
CAVA Menu Nutrition — Calories & Macros
| Menu Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grilled Chicken Bowl (Black Lentils Base) High protein | 520 | 46 g | 52 g | 18 g |
| Double Protein Bowl - Chicken + Steak High protein | 650 | 51 g | 48 g | 28 g |
| Braised Lamb Bowl High protein | 580 | 42 g | 46 g | 26 g |
| Lamb Meatballs Bowl High protein | 600 | 42 g | 48 g | 28 g |
| Sweet Tamari Chicken Crunch High protein | 455 | 31 g | 42 g | 18 g |
| Tahini Caesar Bowl (with Grilled Chicken) High protein | 550 | 37 g | 42 g | 28 g |
| Steak Mezze Salad High protein | 495 | 33 g | 34 g | 26 g |
| Greek Salad Bowl (with Grilled Chicken) High protein | 600 | 36 g | 38 g | 32 g |
CAVA nutrition: frequently asked questions
What is the highest-protein item at CAVA?
Double Protein Bowl - Chicken + Steak is the highest-protein pick at CAVA, with 51 g of protein and 650 calories.
What is the lowest-calorie option at CAVA?
Sweet Tamari Chicken Crunch is the lowest-calorie option we track at CAVA, at 455 calories with 31 g of protein.
What's the best macro-friendly order at CAVA?
Grilled Chicken Bowl (Black Lentils Base), 520 calories, 46g protein.
Does CAVA have calorie and macro information?
We track 8 CAVA menu items with calories, protein, carbs, and fat, estimated from published menus and standardized USDA data. Sort or filter the table above by any macro.