Carnitas Breakfast Burrito 25

Carnitas Breakfast Burrito

1 burrito (251g) · 510 cal · 32g protein · Poor · 25/100
Contains seed oils

How to order it

Tortilla·Eggs·Shredded Pork Carnitas·Green Sauce·Cheddar Cheese

How we scored it

This product is heavily processed and contains multiple harmful ingredients such as interesterified and hydrogenated soybean oils, which are unhealthy fats. Additionally, the presence of preservatives and artificial flavors further detracts from its nutritional quality.

Nutrition facts

Per 1 burrito (251g)Amount% DV
Calories 510
Total fat 27g 35%
Saturated fat 11g 55%
Trans fat 0g
Cholesterol 410mg 137%
Sodium 1080mg 47%
Total carbohydrate 38g 14%
Dietary fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 2g
Protein 32g 64%

Del Taco's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.

Key ingredients

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Interesterified Soybean Oil
Very Bad

Interesterified soybean oil is a processed fat that may contain trans fats or trans fat-like compounds, which are linked to negative health effects. Its highly processed nature contributes to its very_bad rating.

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Hydrogenated Soybean Oil
Very Bad

Hydrogenated soybean oil contains trans fats resulting from hydrogenation, which are associated with increased heart disease risk. Its artificial processing justifies the very_bad sentiment.

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Soybean Oil
Very Bad

Soybean oil is often highly refined and may contain residual solvents or trans fats, making it less desirable from a health perspective. Its negative impact leads to a very_bad rating.

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Vegetable Shortening
Bad

Vegetable shortening is a processed fat that often contains trans fats, which are linked to cardiovascular issues. Its highly processed nature results in a bad rating.

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Palm Oil
Bad

Palm oil is a common source of saturated fat and has environmental concerns, which contribute to its negative perception and bad rating.

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Sodium Aluminum Sulfate
Bad

Sodium aluminum sulfate is a chemical additive used as a leavening agent, and its presence raises concerns about artificial chemical intake, leading to a bad rating.

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Sodium Metabisulfite
Bad

Sodium metabisulfite is a preservative that can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals and is considered a processed additive, resulting in a bad rating.

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Preservatives
Bad

Preservatives are artificial additives used to extend shelf life, but they are associated with potential health concerns and are rated negatively.

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Scout's score is an independent read of Del Taco's published ingredient statement and nutrition for this item, last scored September 2026. Recipes change — check the chain for today's menu. Scout takes no payment from any chain. How we score · Full Del Taco menu.