Q1: Does CAVA garlic dressing contain any mayonnaise, eggs, or milk?
A1: No. The sauce is completely free of dairy, eggs, and animal products. Its dense texture comes entirely from mechanical emulsification between crushed garlic and oil.
Q2: Is the garlic dressing safe for people with sesame or soy allergies?
A2: Yes. Unlike the Lemon Herb Tahini dressing, which contains ground sesame seeds, CAVA's garlic dressing contains no sesame, soy, or tree nuts. It ranks among the safest options on the menu for multi-allergen diets.
Q3: Why does CAVA garlic dressing taste milder than raw garlic?
A3: The sheer volume of oil coats the palate, muting the volatile sulfur compounds that cause raw garlic to burn your tongue. Acid from lemon juice also alters the allicin enzyme, softening its sharpness into a smoother flavor.
