How we scored it
This product is heavily processed with multiple harmful ingredients, including soybean oil, corn oil, and sunflower oil, which are industrial seed oils. The presence of enriched wheat flour and high sugar content further contribute to its low health rating.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 order (89 g) | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 290 | |
| Total fat | 8g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0g | |
| Cholesterol | 0.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 250mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 50g | 18% |
| Dietary fiber | 2g | 7% |
| Sugars | 25g | |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
Taco John's's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8Soybean OilVery Bad
Soybean oil is often highly processed and high in omega-6 fatty acids, which can contribute to inflammation if consumed excessively.
See more about Soybean Oil →Fryer OilVery Bad
Fryer oil is used for deep frying and can contain trans fats or other unhealthy compounds depending on processing.
Corn OilVery Bad
Corn oil is often highly processed and high in omega-6 fatty acids, which may promote inflammation.
See more about Corn Oil →Sunflower Oil with DimethylpolysiloxaneVery Bad
Sunflower oil with added silicone-based anti-foaming agents is highly processed and may contain undesirable additives.
Mexican Donut BitesBad
This ingredient indicates the product is a processed snack with potentially low nutritional value and high levels of refined ingredients.
Enriched Wheat FlourBad
Enriched wheat flour is highly processed and stripped of natural nutrients, often associated with less healthy food choices.
See more about Enriched Wheat Flour →Wheat FlourBad
Refined wheat flour is a processed ingredient that provides mainly empty calories and lacks fiber and nutrients.
See more about Wheat Flour →SugarBad
Sugar adds sweetness but provides empty calories and can contribute to health issues when consumed in excess.
See more about Sugar →Scout's score is an independent read of Taco John's's published ingredient statement and nutrition for this item, last scored October 2026. Recipes change — check the chain for today's menu. Scout takes no payment from any chain. How we score · Full Taco John's menu.