Del Taco Guide
Best Protein-to-Calorie Ratio at Del Taco
The Del Taco item with the best protein-to-calorie ratio is the Chicken Quesadilla Snacker, at 6.8g of protein per 100 calories.
Best Protein-to-Calorie Ratio Menu Items
| Item | Calories | Protein | P/100cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Quesadilla Snacker | 190 | 13g | 6.8g |
| Chicken Al Carbon Taco | 150 | 10g | 6.7g |
| Beyond Meat Taco | 300 | 19g | 6.3g |
| Bean & Cheese Cup | 320 | 20g | 6.3g |
| Chicken Quesadilla | 550 | 34g | 6.2g |
| Street Taco | 180 | 11g | 6.1g |
| Stuffed Quesadilla Taco | 330 | 19g | 5.8g |
| Grilled Chicken Taco | 210 | 12g | 5.7g |
| Breakfast Burrito | 500 | 28g | 5.6g |
| The Del Taco | 310 | 17g | 5.5g |
| Epic Original Mex Burrito | 760 | 42g | 5.5g |
| Del Beef Burrito | 500 | 27g | 5.4g |
| Epic Loaded Queso Burrito | 880 | 45g | 5.1g |
| Chicken Rollers | 280 | 14g | 5g |
| Quesadilla | 460 | 23g | 5g |
Across all 73 menu items we track at Del Taco, the median is about 370 calories and 15g 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 Del Taco?
- The Del Taco item with the best protein-to-calorie ratio is the Chicken Quesadilla Snacker, at 6.8g of protein per 100 calories.
- What else at Del Taco fits best protein-to-calorie ratio?
- The Chicken Al Carbon Taco is another strong pick — 150 calories, 10g protein.
Nutrition data verified August 31, 2026.