Sides Guide
CAVA Sides and Dressings Nutrition: Which has the Fewest Calories?
The lowest-calorie CAVA side is Side Pita at 80 calories. Whole Pita is the highest-calorie bread side at 320 calories, while Pita Chips add 280 calories and more sodium than Side Pita. CAVA’s official nutrition guide separates Side Pita and Whole Pita as different portions.
Use this page to compare CAVA sides, pita chips, cookies, brownies, blondies, calories, carbs, protein, sodium, sugar, and allergens before adding a side to your meal.
CAVA Sides Nutrition Table
CAVA’s official nutrition guide lists these sides under the Sides category and includes calories, fat, sodium, carbs, fiber, sugar, protein, and allergen markers. Use the interactive filters to sort them instantly.
Side Pita
Category: Bread · 80 cal · 3g protein
Whole Pita
Category: Bread · 320 cal · 13g protein
Pita Chips
Category: Chips · 280 cal · 10g protein
Sumac Sour Cream + Onion Pita Chips
Category: Chips · 290 cal · 10g protein
Greyston Chocolate Chip Blondie
Category: Dessert · 140 cal · 2g protein
Greyston Brownie
Category: Dessert · 150 cal · 2g protein
Whisked! Apricot Honey Cookie
Category: Dessert · 220 cal · 3g protein
Whisked! Salted Dark Chocolate Oat Cookie
Category: Dessert · 240 cal · 4g protein
Best CAVA Side by Goal
Best for Lowest Calories
Choose Side Pita. It has the fewest calories among listed CAVA sides.
Best for Crunch
Choose Pita Chips. They add crunch and pair well with hummus, tzatziki, Crazy Feta, or roasted eggplant.
Best for Strong Flavor
Choose Sumac Sour Cream + Onion Pita Chips. They add tangy flavor but also contain milk and more sodium.
Best for Sweet Craving
Choose Greyston Chocolate Chip Blondie or Greyston Brownie. These are the lowest-calorie dessert choices.
Best to Share
Choose Whole Pita or Pita Chips. These sides are easier to split with dips.
Best to Limit Sodium
Choose Greyston Blondie or Greyston Brownie if sodium is the main concern. They are lower in sodium than pita chips, but they add sugar and dessert allergens.
CAVA Sides Allergens
Most CAVA sides contain wheat. Side Pita, Whole Pita, Pita Chips, Sumac Pita Chips, blondies, brownies, and cookies include wheat allergen risk.
Cross-Contact Warning
Sumac Pita Chips contain milk. Desserts may contain milk, soy, and eggs. CAVA also notes that shared preparation areas and supplier changes can create allergen cross-contact risk.
Check the allergen guide before ordering if you have a food allergy.
How to Choose a CAVA Side
Side Selection Guidelines:
· Choose Side Pita for the lightest bread side.
· Choose Whole Pita for sharing.
· Choose Pita Chips for crunch.
· Choose Sumac Pita Chips for bold flavor.
· Choose Greyston Blondie for the lowest-calorie dessert.
· Choose no side if your meal already includes rice, pita crisps, avocado, cheese, heavy dressing, or a sweet drink.
FAQs
Are CAVA Sumac Sour Cream + Onion Pita Chips dairy-free?
No, CAVA Sumac Sour Cream + Onion Pita Chips are not dairy-free. They contain milk and wheat.
Which CAVA dessert has the fewest calories?
Greyston Chocolate Chip Blondie has the fewest calories among listed CAVA desserts, with 140 calories.
Are CAVA desserts gluten-free?
No, CAVA desserts are not gluten-free. Listed desserts contain wheat, and some also contain milk, soy, or eggs.
Are CAVA sides worth adding to a bowl?
Yes, CAVA sides are worth adding when they match your goal. Choose Side Pita for a small bread add-on, Pita Chips for crunch, Whole Pita for sharing, or a dessert for a sweet finish.
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