Del Beef Burrito vs Beefy 5-Layer Burrito: Which Is Healthier?
The Del Beef Burrito and the Beefy 5-Layer Burrito earn the same B on the Nom Score (65/100) — a genuine wash overall. The Del Beef Burrito has 500 calories to the Beefy 5-Layer Burrito’s 491. The Del Beef Burrito has more protein (27g vs 17g) and less sodium (810 vs 1,288 mg).
Full nutrition, side by side
Every value as published by the restaurant. A green check marks the better figure in each row; carbohydrates are shown without a winner because lower isn’t automatically better.
| Per item | Del Beef Burrito |
Beefy 5-Layer Burrito |
|---|---|---|
| Nom Score | 65B | 65B |
| Calories | 500 | 491✓ |
| Protein (g) | 27✓ | 17 |
| Total fat (g) | 24 | 18✓ |
| Saturated fat (g) | 12 | 8✓ |
| Sodium (mg) | 810✓ | 1,288 |
| Total carbs (g) | 40 | 65 |
| Fiber (g) | 3 | 7✓ |
| Sugars (g) | 2✓ | 4 |
| Protein / 100 cal | 5.4g✓ | 3.5g |
| Sodium / 100 cal | 162✓ | 262 |
Methodology. Nutrition is as published by Del Taco and Taco Bell, current as of June 27, 2026. The Nom Score grades each item A–F on sodium, saturated fat, sugar, portion size, fiber, and protein per calorie against FDA Daily Values.
We compare published nutrition data only; the verdict is by Nom Score, not taste. Values may vary by location and over time. Product names and trademarks belong to their owners; Nom is an independent guide.
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