Vegan Options at El Pollo Loco
Quick Answer: Yes — El Pollo Loco has 5 vegan options. The top pick by Nom Score is the Broccoli (30 cal, 2g protein, Nom Score A).
Top Vegan Picks at El Pollo Loco
Of the 5 vegan options at El Pollo Loco, the Broccoli rates highest — Nom Score A (95/100), on 30 calories, 2g protein, and 30mg sodium. The Pinto Beans carries the most protein at 9g. Most come from the Sides menu (3 of 5). Protein ranges 2–9g across the picks. Figures are computed from El Pollo Loco’s published nutrition data (June 2026).
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These items at El Pollo Loco don’t meet vegan criteria:
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Common questions about vegan at El Pollo Loco
Is El Pollo Loco good for vegan diets?
El Pollo Loco has 5 vegan options; the best is the Broccoli (Nom Score A). For more variety, Starbucks has 14 vegan options.
What’s the best vegan option at El Pollo Loco?
The Broccoli is the best choice with 30 calories, 2g protein, and a Nom Score of A.
What is the highest-protein item at El Pollo Loco?
The highest-protein option at El Pollo Loco is the Pinto Beans with 9g protein (140 cal).
Nutrition data verified. Calorie counts and macros are taken from El Pollo Loco’s official published nutrition data. How the Nom Score works →
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