How to order it
Tortilla·Crispy Chicken·Creamy Ranch·Lettuce·Cheddar Cheese
How we scored it
This product is heavily processed with multiple harmful ingredients such as hydrogenated soybean oil, palm oil, and various preservatives. The presence of enriched bleached wheat flour and high sodium content further detracts from its nutritional quality.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 taco (97g) | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 240 | |
| Total fat | 12g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0g | |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 700mg | 30% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22g | 8% |
| Dietary fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugars | 1g | |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
Del Taco's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8Interesterified Soybean OilVery Bad
This processed oil is highly refined and may contain trans fats or other unhealthy components, making it very bad.
See more about Interesterified Soybean Oil →Hydrogenated Soybean OilVery Bad
Hydrogenated oils contain trans fats, which are linked to negative health effects, hence very bad.
See more about Hydrogenated Soybean Oil →Soybean OilVery Bad
Soybean oil is highly processed and often contains unhealthy fats, viewed very negatively.
See more about Soybean Oil →Vegetable ShorteningBad
Vegetable shortening often contains trans fats or unhealthy fats, which are considered negative for health.
See more about Vegetable Shortening →Palm OilBad
Palm oil is high in saturated fats and has environmental concerns, leading to a negative health perception.
See more about Palm Oil →Sodium Aluminum SulfateBad
This additive is considered potentially harmful and is viewed negatively.
See more about Sodium Aluminum Sulfate →Dough ConditionersBad
Dough conditioners often contain artificial additives, which are viewed negatively.
See more about Dough Conditioners →Sodium MetabisulfiteBad
This preservative can cause sensitivities and is considered harmful.
See more about Sodium Metabisulfite →More mains at Del Taco
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.