🫙 Cava Macros: What to Actually Order

Macros for 6 Cava menu items — calories, protein, carbs, and fat side by side, ranging from 480 to 780 calories. Cava is available nationwide across the US. The highest-protein order is the Chicken Harissa Bowl (50g protein), and the lightest is the Chicken Greens Bowl (480 calories). Use the table to eyeball it — or let MacroMatch score every item against your exact targets.

Full macro table (sorted by protein)

MealCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
Chicken Harissa Bowl66050g65g22g
Grilled Chicken Bowl62048g58g18g
Braised Lamb Bowl72045g68g28g
Grilled Steak Bowl69044g62g26g
Chicken Greens Bowl48042g28g22g
Falafel Bowl78025g92g35g

Best for protein

  1. Chicken Harissa Bowl50g protein, 660 cal (7.6g protein per 100 cal)
  2. Grilled Chicken Bowl48g protein, 620 cal (7.7g protein per 100 cal)
  3. Braised Lamb Bowl45g protein, 720 cal (6.3g protein per 100 cal)

If you are cutting, the Chicken Greens Bowl is the protein-efficiency pick: 8.8g of protein per 100 calories versus 7.6g for the Chicken Harissa Bowl.

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FAQ

What is the highest-protein meal at Cava?

The Chicken Harissa Bowl leads with 50g of protein for 660 calories (65g carbs, 22g fat). That works out to 7.6g of protein per 100 calories.

What is the lowest-calorie order at Cava?

The Chicken Greens Bowl is the lightest item we track at Cava, at 480 calories with 42g protein, 28g carbs, and 22g fat.

Which Cava meal has the best protein-to-calorie ratio?

The Chicken Greens Bowl delivers 8.8g of protein per 100 calories (42g protein in 480 calories) — the most protein-efficient Cava order on this list.

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Nutrition values are compiled from publicly available chain nutrition data and are approximate; recipes and portions vary by location. Always check the restaurant’s official nutrition information for allergies or medical needs.