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Del Taco • Vegan Guide • Updated June 2026

Vegan Options at Del Taco

Quick Answer: Yes, though the menu is thin — Del Taco has 3 vegan options. The top pick by Nom Score is the Beyond Meat Avocado Taco (260 cal, 12g protein, Nom Score B).

3Vegan Options
33Total Analyzed
BBest Grade
The Nom Score read

Del Taco’s 3 vegan options are led by the Beyond Meat Avocado Taco: Nom Score B (75/100), 260 calories, 12g protein, and 390mg sodium. The Beyond Meat 8 Layer Burrito carries the most protein at 27g. Protein ranges 12–27g across the picks. Figures are computed from Del Taco’s published nutrition data (June 2026).

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These items at Del Taco don’t meet vegan criteria:

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Mini Churro Dipper Shake
not flagged vegan
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Bacon Double Del Cheeseburger
not flagged vegan
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Double Del Cheeseburger
not flagged vegan
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Habanero Crispy Chicken Taco
not flagged vegan
Order smarter

Pro Tips: How to Order Vegan at Del Taco

The Fresca Bowl is fully vegan as served—cilantro-lime rice, black beans, avocado, tomato, onion, and lettuce
Beyond Meat is vegan here: the Beyond Meat Avocado Taco (260 cal) is ready-made, or add Beyond to any build with no cheese or sour cream
Black beans and cilantro-lime rice are vegan; skip the cheese, sour cream, and creamy sauces
FAQ

Common questions about vegan at Del Taco

Is Del Taco good for vegan diets?

Del Taco has 3 vegan options; the best is the Beyond Meat Avocado Taco (Nom Score B). For more variety, Starbucks has 14 vegan options.

What’s the best vegan option at Del Taco?

The Beyond Meat Avocado Taco is the best choice with 260 calories, 12g protein, and a Nom Score of B.

What is the highest-protein item at Del Taco?

The highest-protein option at Del Taco is the Beyond Meat 8 Layer Burrito with 27g protein (550 cal).

How we ranked these: Every item is scored by the Nom Score, which weighs sodium, saturated fat, sugar, portion size, fiber, and protein per calorie against FDA daily-value guidance. Data comes from Del Taco’s published nutrition information.

Nutrition data verified. Calorie counts and macros are taken from Del Taco’s official published nutrition data. How the Nom Score works →

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