Sweetgreen Guide
Best Protein-to-Calorie Ratio at Sweetgreen
The Sweetgreen item with the best protein-to-calorie ratio is the Roasted Chicken, at 19.1g of protein per 100 calories.
Best Protein-to-Calorie Ratio Menu Items
| Item | Calories | Protein | P/100cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roasted Chicken | 110 | 21g | 19.1g |
| Roasted Steelhead | 150 | 21g | 14g |
| Black Lentils | 60 | 8g | 13.3g |
| Blackened Chicken | 130 | 17g | 13.1g |
| Sweetgreen Hot Sauce | 10 | 1g | 10g |
| Shredded Kale | 20 | 2g | 10g |
| Parmesan Crisps | 100 | 10g | 10g |
| Hard Boiled Egg | 70 | 7g | 10g |
| Tomatoes | 10 | 1g | 10g |
| Kale Caesar Salad | 405 | 40g | 9.9g |
| Roasted Sesame Tofu | 160 | 14g | 8.8g |
| Buffalo Chicken Salad | 445 | 31g | 7g |
| Chopped Romaine | 15 | 1g | 6.7g |
| Raw Beets | 15 | 1g | 6.7g |
| Goat Cheese | 90 | 6g | 6.7g |
Across all 76 menu items we track at Sweetgreen, the median is about 110 calories and 2g of protein — so the best protein-to-calorie ratio picks above are meaningfully different from a typical order, not just the default menu re-sorted.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What's the best best protein-to-calorie ratio option at Sweetgreen?
- The Sweetgreen item with the best protein-to-calorie ratio is the Roasted Chicken, at 19.1g of protein per 100 calories.
- What else at Sweetgreen fits best protein-to-calorie ratio?
- The Roasted Steelhead is another strong pick — 150 calories, 21g protein.
Nutrition data verified August 31, 2026.