Which CAVA base has the fewest carbs?

Baby Spinach and Romaine, at 1 g net carbs each. The grain bases run from 22 g (Black Lentils) to 52 g (Saffron Basmati Rice).

A scoop of Hummus has 2 g net carbs in CAVA's guide, so it fits a keto bowl.

Which CAVA dressings are lowest in carbs?

Garlic Dressing (0 g), Yogurt Dill (1 g), Greek Vinaigrette (1 g), Skhug (1 g) and Hot Harissa Vinaigrette (1 g) have 1 g net carbs or less per serving.

Keto at CAVA: low-carb bowls that work

The lowest-carb bases, mains and dips at CAVA, with net carbs for every pick.

Open the builder in low-carb mode

Three example bowls

Bowl	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Link
Greek Salad Bowl	580	37 g	19 g	Customize, Greek Salad Bowl
Greek Goddess Steak Salad	470	34 g	22 g	Customize, Greek Goddess Steak Salad
Steak + Harissa Bowl	620	37 g	39 g	Customize, Steak + Harissa Bowl

Only 2 of CAVA's 10 curated bowls come in under 25 g carbs, so the third is the next lowest. Open it in the builder and swap the grain for more greens.

Official totals from CAVA's guide dated Sep 2026.

What to pick

Bases

Baby Spinach1 g net carbs
Romaine1 g net carbs
Super Greens2 g net carbs
Arugula2 g net carbs
Power Greens2 g net carbs

Mains

Braised Lamb1 g net carbs
Grilled Steak1 g net carbs
Grilled Chicken2 g net carbs
Spicy Lamb Meatballs2 g net carbs

Dips + spreads

Tzatziki1 g net carbs
Roasted Eggplant1 g net carbs
Crazy Feta1 g net carbs
Hummus2 g net carbs
Red Pepper Hummus3 g net carbs
Harissa4 g net carbs

Toppings

Kalamata Olives0 g net carbs
Salt-Brined Pickles0 g net carbs
Crumbled Feta0 g net carbs
Shredded Romaine1 g net carbs
Persian Cucumber1 g net carbs
Tomato + Cucumber1 g net carbs
Fiery Broccoli1 g net carbs
Sumac Cabbage Slaw2 g net carbs
Tomato + Onion2 g net carbs
Avocado2 g net carbs
Fire-Roasted Corn4 g net carbs

Dressings

Garlic Dressing0 g net carbs
Yogurt Dill1 g net carbs
Greek Vinaigrette1 g net carbs
Skhug1 g net carbs
Hot Harissa Vinaigrette1 g net carbs
Greek Goddess2 g net carbs
Lemon Herb Tahini2 g net carbs

What to skip

Saffron Basmati Rice52 g net carbs.
Whole Pita48 g net carbs.
Brown Rice43 g net carbs.
Harissa BBQ Pita Chips38 g net carbs.
Pita Chips36 g net carbs.
Black Lentils22 g net carbs.
Falafel19 g net carbs.
Side Quarter Pita12 g net carbs.
Roasted Vegetables9 g net carbs.
Pita Crisps6 g net carbs.
Balsamic Date Vinaigrette6 g net carbs.
Harissa Honey Chicken5 g net carbs.
Glazed Salmon5 g net carbs.
Pickled Onions5 g net carbs.

Keto is a guide here, not a medical diet plan.

FAQ

Which CAVA base has the fewest carbs?: Baby Spinach and Romaine, at 1 g net carbs each. The grain bases run from 22 g (Black Lentils) to 52 g (Saffron Basmati Rice).
Is CAVA hummus keto?: A scoop of Hummus has 2 g net carbs in CAVA's guide, so it fits a keto bowl.
Which CAVA dressings are lowest in carbs?: Garlic Dressing (0 g), Yogurt Dill (1 g), Greek Vinaigrette (1 g), Skhug (1 g) and Hot Harissa Vinaigrette (1 g) have 1 g net carbs or less per serving.

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