Note: Sweetgreen is not in the USDA Food Central Database, so the figures below are sourced from Sweetgreen's published nutrition information.
Sweetgreen Signature Bowls Ranked by Calories
Guacamole Greens — ~430 calories
One of the lower-calorie options on the Sweetgreen menu. Combines romaine and arugula with tomatoes, cucumber, tortilla chips, cotija cheese, and guacamole with lime squeeze. The guacamole adds healthy fats and keeps you satisfied despite the moderate calorie count. A solid everyday option.
Kale Caesar — ~470 calories
Features kale, shaved parmesan, grape tomatoes, croutons, and Caesar dressing. A cleaner take on the classic Caesar that uses kale for added nutritional density. Adding chicken brings it to around 620 calories but also adds 30g of protein, making it a much more filling and balanced meal.
Shroomami Bowl — ~590 calories
A plant-forward option featuring warm portobello mushrooms, edamame, shredded cabbage, cucumber, basil, roasted sesame tofu, and miso sesame ginger dressing over wild rice and greens. Despite being plant-based, the wild rice base and tofu contribute to a substantial calorie count. High in fibre and micronutrients.
Harvest Bowl — ~705 calories
One of Sweetgreen's most popular signature salads. Features roasted chicken, wild rice, roasted sweet potato, apple, toasted almonds, goat cheese, balsamic vinaigrette, and warm roasted sesame dressing. The combination of wild rice, nuts, and goat cheese drives the calorie count. Despite the higher calories it is nutritionally well-rounded with around 37g of protein.
Crispy Rice Bowl — ~745 calories
Features crispy rice, cucumber, edamame, carrots, avocado, and spicy cashew dressing. The crispy rice is a significant calorie contributor. One of the more indulgent options on the menu in calorie terms.
How to Order Lower-Calorie at Sweetgreen
Choose bowls built on straight greens rather than wild rice or warm bases — the rice adds 200+ calories. Ask for dressing on the side. Opt for grilled protein over fried or breaded options. Skip the cheese and crouton toppings if you're in a calorie deficit. Sweetgreen's base customisation means you can build almost any bowl lighter by modifying the default toppings.
Is Sweetgreen Worth the Premium Price?
From a pure nutrition standpoint, Sweetgreen generally delivers better ingredient quality than most fast food competitors at similar or higher calorie counts. Whether that justifies the premium price is a personal decision, but the nutritional value per calorie tends to be higher than most of the chains in this series. Use our Daily Calorie Needs Calculator to find your daily target and our Food Tracker to log your meals. For a full comparison of fast food salads across all chains, see our Complete Guide to Fast Food Salads.