High-protein picks at CAVA

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CAVA orders ranked by protein per calorie

  • Grilled Steak13.5 g protein per 100 cal280 mg sodium
  • Braised Lamb11.4 g protein per 100 cal450 mg sodium
  • Grilled Chicken11.2 g protein per 100 cal670 mg sodium
  • Harissa Honey Chicken10.0 g protein per 100 cal670 mg sodium
  • Spicy Lamb Meatballs8.0 g protein per 100 cal680 mg sodium
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  • Glazed Salmon7.2 g protein per 100 cal630 mg sodium
  • Greek Chicken6.7 g protein per 100 cal2,230 mg sodium
  • Black Lentils6.7 g protein per 100 cal520 mg sodium
  • Greek Salad Bowl6.4 g protein per 100 cal1,810 mg sodium
  • Steak + Harissa Bowl6.0 g protein per 100 cal1,830 mg sodium
  • Chicken + Rice Bowl5.7 g protein per 100 cal1,810 mg sodium
  • Spicy Lamb + Avocado Bowl5.4 g protein per 100 cal1,670 mg sodium
  • Steak + Feta Pita5.4 g protein per 100 cal1,800 mg sodium
  • Spicy Chicken + Avocado5.2 g protein per 100 cal2,290 mg sodium
  • Salmon + Strawberry Sesame5.1 g protein per 100 cal1,860 mg sodium
  • Harissa Avocado Bowl4.9 g protein per 100 cal2,010 mg sodium
  • Salmon + Yogurt Dill4.9 g protein per 100 cal1,870 mg sodium
  • Falafel Crunch Bowl2.8 g protein per 100 cal2,210 mg sodium

Sodium over 1,500 mg in red. Source: CAVA nutrition page, US menu, October 21, 2026. Not affiliated with CAVA.

Questions

What is a good CAVA high protein order?

Start with grilled steak or chicken, greens and lentils. Count the portions together. Steak has a better protein-per-calorie ratio than grilled chicken.

Does CAVA grilled chicken have more protein than steak?

Yes, per listed portion: 28 g versus 23 g. Steak provides more protein per calorie.

What is a CAVA high protein vegetarian option?

Black lentils have 18 g protein and 15 g fiber per portion. They have more protein than falafel or either rice base.

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Lean pick

Grilled Steak

280 mg sodium

More protein per calorie than grilled chicken.

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