Taco Bell Allergen Menu and Gluten Free Options

Tacos, quesadillas, and treats from Taco Bell.

This guide provides you with a list of allergens in foods offered at Taco Bell fast food restaurants.

Before reviewing the list of allergens in Taco Bell burritos, tacos, and side dishes, review the following section to understand which ingredients are considered major allergens (and thus required to be disclosed).

What are Food Allergens?

Federal regulations cover nine major food allergens: eggs, fish, milk, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soybeans, tree nuts, and wheat.

Highly refined oil, even if derived from one of the major food allergen groups, is exempted from regulation. As such, highly refined soybean oil is not considered a common allergen.

  • IMPORTANT

This guide is for informational purposes only. Restaurants may change recipes or suppliers without notice. Individuals with food allergies or other dietary restrictions should check Taco Bell’s website, contact the company, or ask a manager at your local restaurant for the most up-to-date information about allergens in the food. Neither Nutrition & Ingredients nor its staff assume responsibility for individuals with allergies. Always consult your physician for health care and dietary advice.

Restaurants also prepare food in common kitchen areas and on shared equipment such as grills and fryers. Fried food products may be cooked in common fryer oil.

As such, foods made without any of the major allergens may come into contact with or contain trace amounts of allergens through cross contamination.

Taco Bell Allergen Menu Information

This guide provides a reference to Taco Bell’s allergen menu, reflecting foods that are made with milk, soy, wheat, nuts, egg, or one of the other major allergens.

Allergen information is based on the standard product formulations and suggested servings for menu items available at U.S. locations. Substitutions or add-ins may alter the allergens in a menu item.

Cantina Chicken Menu

Allergens in Taco Bell Cantina Chicken Dishes

MENU ITEMINCLUDESALLERGENS
Cantina Chicken BowlSlow roasted chicken, black beans, seasoned rice, cheddar cheese, guacamole, lettuce, pico de gallo, purple cabbage, sour cream, avocado ranch sauceEgg, Milk
Cantina Chicken BurritoSlow roasted chicken, cheddar cheese, lettuce, pico de gallo, purple cabbage, avocado ranch sauce, creamy Chipotle sauce, flour tortillaEgg, Milk, Wheat
Cantina Chicken Crispy TacoSlow roasted chicken, three cheese blend, creamy jalapeno sauceEgg, Milk
Cantina Chicken QuesadillaSlow roasted chicken, three cheese blend, creamy Chipotle sauce, flour tortillaEgg, Milk, Wheat
Cantina Chicken Soft TacoSlow roasted chicken, cheddar cheese, iceberg lettuce, pico de gallo, purple cabbage, avocado ranch sauce, flour tortillaEgg, Milk, Wheat
3 tacos, 1 quesadilla, and a chicken wrap.
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Tacos

Here is a list of Taco Bell’s menu of tacos that are made with common allergens.

Customers with gluten sensitivities may want to consider ordering Crunchy Tacos or Nacho Cheese Doritos Locos Tacos.

Allergens in Taco Bell Tacos

MENU ITEMINCLUDESALLERGENS
Black Bean Chalupa Supreme®Black beans, three cheese blend, lettuce, sour cream, tomatoes, Chalupa FlatbreadGluten, Milk, Soy, Wheat
Chalupa Supreme® BeefSeasoned ground beef, three cheese blend, lettuce, sour cream, tomatoes, Chalupa FlatbreadGluten, Milk, Soy, Wheat
Chalupa Supreme® ChickenSlow roasted Chicken, three cheese blend, iceberg lettuce, sour cream, tomatoes, Chalupa FlatbreadGluten, Milk, Soy, Wheat
Chalupa Supreme® SteakSteak, three cheese blend, iceberg lettuce, sour cream, tomatoes, Chalupa FlatbreadGluten, Milk, Soy, Wheat
Cheesy Gordita CrunchSeasoned beef, cheddar cheese, three cheese blend, iceberg lettuce, spicy ranch sauce, Gordita Flatbread, taco shellEgg, Gluten, Milk, Soy, Wheat
Doritos Cheesy Gordita Crunch (Nacho Cheese)Seasoned beef, cheddar cheese, three cheese blend, iceberg lettuce, spicy ranch sauce, Gordita Flatbread, Doritos Locos tacos nacho cheese shellEggs, Gluten, Milk, Soy, Wheat (contains MSG)
Crunchy TacoSeasoned beef, cheddar cheese, iceberg lettuce, taco shellMilk, Soy
Crunchy Taco Supreme®Seasoned beef, iceberg lettuce, sour cream, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, taco shellMilk, Soy
Double Stacked TacoSeasoned beef, nacho cheese sauce, cheddar cheese, lettuce, fiesta tortilla strips, flour tortilla, taco shellGluten, Milk, Soy, Wheat
Nacho Cheese Doritos® Locos TacoSeasoned beef, cheddar cheese, iceberg lettuce, Doritos Locos tacos nacho cheese shellMilk, Soy (contains MSG)
Nacho Cheese Doritos® Locos Taco Supreme®Seasoned beef, cheddar cheese, iceberg lettuce, sour cream, tomatoes, Doritos Locos taco nacho cheese shellMilk, Soy (contains MSG)
Soft Taco BeefSeasoned beef, iceberg lettuce, cheddar cheese, flour tortillaGluten, Milk, Soy, Wheat
Soft Taco ChickenGrilled chicken, iceberg lettuce, cheddar cheese, flour tortillaGluten, Milk, Wheat
Soft Taco Supreme® BeefSeasoned beef, iceberg lettuce, cheddar cheese, sour cream, tomatoes, flour tortillaGluten, Milk, Soy, Wheat
Soft Taco Supreme® ChickenGrilled chicken, iceberg lettuce, cheddar cheese, sour cream, tomatoes, flour tortillaGluten, Milk, Wheat
Soft Taco Spicy PotatoPotato bites, iceberg lettuce, cheddar cheese, creamy Chipotle sauce, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
  • If you have food sensitivities or food allergy, let the restaurant manager know before placing your Taco Bell order. Be sure the kitchen is aware of your individual dietary needs.

Check our quick guide to Taco Bell’s full menu for additional nutrition information.

Burritos

Here is a list of the fillings and allergens in Taco Bell burritos. Certain menu items, including the Chili Cheese Burrito are regional menu items and only available at participating restaurants.

Allergens in Taco Bell Burritos

MENU ITEMALLERGENSALLERGENS
Bean BurritoSeasoned refried beans, cheddar cheese, onions, red sauce, flour tortillaGluten, Milk, Wheat
Beefy 5-Layer BurritoSeasoned beef, seasoned refried beans, nacho cheese sauce, cheddar cheese, sour cream, flour tortillaGluten, Milk, Soy, Wheat
Black Bean Grilled Cheese BurritoBlack beans, three cheese blend, nacho cheese sauce, creamy Chipotle sauce, sour cream, fiesta tortilla strips, seasoned rice, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Burrito Supreme® BeefSeasoned beef, seasoned refried beans, lettuce, cheddar cheese, onions, tomatoes, red sauce, sour cream, flour tortillaGluten, Milk, Soy, Wheat
Burrito Supreme® ChickenGrilled chicken, seasoned refried beans, lettuce, cheddar cheese, onions, tomatoes, red sauce, sour cream, flour tortillaGluten, Milk, Wheat
Burrito Supreme® SteakSteak, seasoned refried beans, lettuce, cheddar cheese, onions, tomatoes, red sauce, sour cream, flour tortillaGluten, Milk, Wheat
Cheesy Bean & Rice BurritoSeasoned refried beans, seasoned rice, nacho cheese sauce, creamy jalapeno sauce, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Cheese Double Beef BurritoSeasoned beef, seasoned rice, three cheese blend, sour cream, nacho cheese sauce, fiesta tortilla strips, flour tortillaGluten, Milk, Soy, Wheat
Chicken Enchilada BurritoGrilled chicken, seasoned rice, three cheese blend, sour cream, red sauce, flour tortillaGluten, Milk, Wheat
Chili Cheese BurritoChili, cheddar cheese, flour tortillaGluten, Milk, Soy, Wheat
Grilled Cheese Burrito BeefSeasoned beef, seasoned rice, three cheese blend, nacho cheese sauce, creamy Chipotle sauce, sour cream, fiesta tortilla strips, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Soy, Wheat
Grilled Cheese Burrito ChickenGrilled chicken, seasoned rice, three cheese blend, nacho cheese sauce, creamy Chipotle sauce, sour cream, fiesta tortilla strips, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Grilled Cheese Burrito SteakSteak, seasoned rice, three cheese blend, nacho cheese sauce, creamy Chipotle sauce, sour cream, fiesta tortilla strips, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
  • Individuals with a food allergy should ask the restaurant manager about any foods prepared in a shared kitchen or common manufacturing facilities due to the risk of cross-contamination issues.
Cheese quesadilla with text listing summary nutrients.

Nachos & Quesadillas

Allergens in Nachos and Quesadillas

MENU ITEMINCLUDESALLERGENS
Chips & Nacho Cheese SauceNacho chips, nacho cheese sauceGluten, Milk
Loaded Beef NachosNacho chips, seasoned beef, seasoned refried beans, guacamole, red sauce, nacho cheese sauce, sour creamGluten, Milk, Soy
Nachos BellGrande BeefNacho chips, seasoned beef, seasoned refried beans, nacho cheese sauce, sour cream, tomatoesGluten, Milk, Soy
Nachos BellGrande ChickenNacho chips, grilled chicken, seasoned refried beans, nacho cheese sauce, sour cream, tomatoesGluten, Milk
Nachos BellGrande SteakNacho chips, steak, seasoned refried beans, nacho cheese sauce, sour cream, tomatoesGluten, Milk
Cheese QuesadillaFlour tortilla, three cheese blend, creamy jalapeno sauceEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Chicken QuesadillaFlour tortilla, grilled chicken, three cheese blend, creamy jalapeno sauceEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Steak QuesadillaFlour tortilla, steak, three cheese blend, creamy jalapeno sauceEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat

View Nutrition Facts and Ingredients: Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wrap

Sides & Sweets

Allergens in Side Dishes & Sweet Treats

MENU ITEMINCLUDESALLERGENS
Cheesy Fiesta PotatoesPotato bites, nacho cheese sauce, sour creamGluten, Milk, Wheat
Cinnabon DelightsCinnabon delightsEggs, Gluten, Milk, Soy, Wheat
Cinnamon TwistsCinnamon twistsGluten, Wheat

Breakfast

MENU ITEMINCLUDESALLERGENS
Breakfast California Crunchwrap (Bacon)Eggs, bacon, cheddar cheese, hash browns, guacamole, tomatoes, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Breakfast Crunchwrap (Bacon)Eggs, bacon, cheddar cheese, hash browns, creamy jalapeno sauce, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Breakfast Crunchwrap (Sausage)Eggs, sausage patty, cheddar cheese, hash browns, creamy jalapeno sauce, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Breakfast Crunchwrap (Steak)Eggs, steak, cheddar cheese, hash browns, creamy jalapeno sauce, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Breakfast Quesadilla (Bacon)Eggs, bacon, three cheese blend, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Breakfast Quesadilla (Sausage)Eggs, sausage patty, three cheese blend, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Breakfast Quesadilla (Steak)Eggs, steak, three cheese blend, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Cheesy Toasted Breakfast Burrito (Bacon)Eggs, bacon, nacho cheese sauce, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Cheesy Toasted Breakfast Burrito (Fiesta Potato)Eggs, potato bites, nacho cheese sauce, tomatoes, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Cheesy Toasted Breakfast Burrito (Sausage)Eggs, sausage crumbles, nacho cheese sauce, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Grande Toasted Breakfast Burrito (Bacon)Eggs, bacon, potato bites, three cheese blend, tomatoes, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Grande Toasted Breakfast Burrito (Sausage)Eggs, sausage crumbles, potato bites, three cheese blend, tomatoes, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Grande Toasted Breakfast Burrito (Steak)Eggs, steak, potato bites, three cheese blend, tomatoes, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Hash Brown Toasted Breakfast Burrito (Bacon)Hash browns, eggs, bacon, three cheese blend, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Hash Brown Toasted Breakfast Burrito (Sausage)Hash browns, eggs, sausage crumbles, three cheese blend, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat
Hash Brown Toasted Breakfast Burrito (Steak)Hash browns, eggs, steak, three cheese blend, flour tortillaEggs, Gluten, Milk, Wheat

Check Ingredients: Taco Bell Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes

Gluten-Friendly Options

  • Menu items that do not contain gluten may not necessarily meet the definition of gluten-free for individuals with celiac disease or who are highly sensitive to gluten. Taco Bell does not recommend its products for customers with celiac disease.

Gluten is not one of the regulated common allergens. However, Taco Bell provides a great deal of transparency into the menu and reports which burritos, tacos, and other items are made with gluten-containing ingredients.

Here is a list of menu items made without gluten that may be a good option for consumers with a gluten intolerance or those who are simply trying to avoid consuming gluten.

Remember, Taco Bell food is prepared in a shared kitchen area with common equipment and oil. There is no guarantee that any foods or beverages are 100% free of gluten.

List of Items and Ingredients Made Without Gluten

Entrees

  • Power Bowl
  • Black Beans and Rice
  • Crunchy Taco
  • Crunchy Taco Supreme
  • Doritos Locos Tacos

Sides

  • Hash Brown
  • Black Beans
  • Guacamole
  • Refried Beans
  • Seasoned Rice

Salsas & Sauces

  • Avocado Ranch Dressing
  • Creamy Chipotle Sauce
  • Creamy Jalapeno Sauce
  • Hot Sauce Packet
  • Mild Sauce Packet
  • Red Sauce
  • Spicy Ranch Sauce

Options

  • 3 Cheese Blend
  • Bacon
  • Cheddar Cheese
  • Chicken
  • Creamer
  • Crunchy Taco Shell
  • Nacho Chips
  • Eggs
  • Jalapenos
  • Iceberg Lettuce
  • Onions
  • Reduced Fat Sour Cream
  • Sausage
  • Seasoned Beef
  • Steak
  • Tomatoes
  • Tostada Shell

FAQs

Yes. Taco Bell states it was the first quick service restaurant with a menu certified by the American Vegetarian Association.

There are more than a dozen certified vegetarian food items at Taco Bell, including the following:

  • Avocado Ranch Sauce
  • Avocado Salsa Verde are certified vegan
  • Black Beans are (vegan)
  • Chalupa Flatbread (vegan)
  • Cheddar Cheese
  • Cheesy Street Chalupa Shell
  • Cinnabon Delights
  • Cinnamon Twists
  • Fiesta Tortilla Strips (vegan)
  • Flour Tortilla (vegan)
  • Guacamole (vegan)
  • Hash Browns (vegan)
  • Seasoned Fries (vegan)
  • Seasoned Refried Beans (vegan)
  • Seasoned Rice (vegan)

The following government agencies and research networks are great resources for learning more about food allergies.


Ingredients, allergens, and nutrition facts are based on available information as of the date this article was published and/or updated. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change their recipes without notice. Check directly with the food provider for the most accurate and up-to-date information. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide health or wellness advice or dietary recommendations. Our aim is to research commercially processed food and publish articles for informational purposes only. Unless otherwise stated, % Daily Value is based on 2,000 calories per day, but calorie needs vary by individual. Always consult your physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.

Allergen information source: Taco Bell Nutrition Calculator

  • Food product images: Taco Bell. Original designs by Nutrition & Ingredients.

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