High-protein options at Del Taco
The Del Taco orders that give you the most protein for the calories, taken from the official nutrition information Del Taco publishes. Every number below is exactly as published.
Best protein for the calories
Items with at least 20 g of protein, ranked by protein per calorie.
| Item | Cal | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breakfast Big Fat Taco (Carnitas) | 380 | 24 g | 29 g | 20 g | 380 mg |
| Breakfast Burrito (Carnitas Egg & Cheese) | 510 | 32 g | 38 g | 27 g | 1,080 mg |
| Taco Salad with Fresh Guac (Grilled Chicken) | 420 | 26 g | 22 g | 26 g | 1,270 mg |
| Carnitas Cheddar Quesadilla | 610 | 36 g | 34 g | 36 g | 1,180 mg |
| Carnitas Combo Burrito | 500 | 29 g | 56 g | 19 g | 1,240 mg |
| Breakfast Burrito (Bacon Egg & Cheese) | 520 | 30 g | 36 g | 26 g | 1,540 mg |
| Breakfast Burrito (Carne Asada Steak Egg & Cheese) | 450 | 25 g | 38 g | 19 g | 1,290 mg |
| Epic Carne Asada Steak Fresh Guacamole Burrito | 770 | 42 g | 94 g | 26 g | 2,490 mg |
| Del Beef Burrito (Beef & Cheddar Burrito) | 520 | 28 g | 40 g | 26 g | 1,290 mg |
| Spicy Jack Chicken Quesadilla | 520 | 28 g | 39 g | 28 g | 1,210 mg |
Most protein overall
The biggest protein totals, for days you have more calories to spend.
| Item | Cal | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epic Burritos | 1,050 | 51 g | 73 g | 60 g | 2,600 mg |
| Queso Loaded Nachos (Carnitas) | 1,070 | 48 g | 102 g | 55 g | 2,550 mg |
| Epic Carne Asada Steak Loaded Queso Burrito | 890 | 47 g | 75 g | 44 g | 3,130 mg |
| Epic Grilled Chicken Cali Bacon Burrito | 1,020 | 46 g | 72 g | 60 g | 2,240 mg |
| Queso Loaded Nachos (Carne Asada Steak) | 1,030 | 46 g | 111 g | 47 g | 2,960 mg |
| FLAMIN' HOT Queso Loaded Nachos (Carne Asada Steak) | 1,152 | 45 g | 109 g | 61 g | 3,067 mg |
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Del Taco official nutrition information (official pdf). Guide date: Nutritional list, September 2026. Page updated 2026-10-17.
Values are for items as served. Customizations, sizes and regional menus change them. Menus change; check the source for the latest numbers. This is general information, not medical or allergen advice.
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