Crunchy, cheesy, and full of flavor, Taco Bell might not scream “keto-friendly,” but don’t worry – even keto warriors can find options that fit their low-carb lifestyle here. Whether you’re craving tacos, bowls, or burritos-minus-the-tortilla, eating keto at Taco Bell doesn’t have to be hard!
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Taco Bell sometimes isn’t the first choice for people on the keto diet. Since it is a fast-food chain, it’s easy to assume that the options are going to be limited. But actually, there are a BUNCH of ways to eat keto at Taco Bell!
This guide covers everything you need to know—from breakfast to dinner, sides, drinks, and even tips for customizing your order—so eating keto at Taco Bell is super easy.
Note: Remember to track your macros so that you know which items at Taco Bell you can eat and which to avoid.
Keto Breakfast at Taco Bell
Morning munchies? Taco Bell has tasty breakfast options that can be modified to keep carbs in check. Here’s what to order and how to hack the menu:
- Scrambled Egg and Sausage Bowl: Ask for eggs, sausage, and shredded cheese in a bowl without tortillas or potatoes.
- Bacon Breakfast Bowl: Eggs, cheese, and bacon minus the wrap.
- Steak and Cheese Bowl: Think of it as a steak breakfast burrito without the tortilla or carbs.
For the tip: Skip the hash browns or tortillas and double up on proteins like bacon or sausage instead!
Keto Lunch and Dinner Options
Lunch and dinner at Taco Bell can be surprisingly keto-friendly with simple menu tweaks. Here are the top picks:
1. Power Menu Bowl
Ask for the Power Menu Bowl without rice or beans, and double the guacamole or sour cream for extra flavor. You can choose chicken, steak, or ground beef (all low-carb)!
2. Naked Chicken or Crunch-less Tacos
Opt for Taco Bell’s famous tacos (minus the crunchy shell or soft tortilla). Just ask for lettuce wraps instead, or have everything served in a bowl.
3. Protein-Style Salads
Turn tacos or burritos into hearty, protein-packed salads by ditching the carbs and saying yes to extra greens, cheese, salsa, and guac.
4. Chicken Quesadilla (Unwrapped)
Skip the tortilla, and enjoy a bowl filled with grilled chicken, melted cheese, and sauce for a warm, keto-friendly treat.
Tip: Avoid pre-mixed sauces like the creamy jalapeño sauce, as they can sneak in some added sugars.
Here are some more options you can order:
- Cantina Chicken Bowl (without seasoned rice and black beans, 8g net carbs)
- Taco Bell Chicken Nuggets (5-piece, 7g net carbs)
- Veggie Bowl (without seasoned rice and black beans, 4g net carbs)
- Cheesy Double Beef Burrito (without tortilla, rice, and tortilla strips, 7g net carbs)
- 3-Cheese Chicken Flatbread Melt (without flatbread, 3g net carbs)
- Chicken Enchilada Burrito (without tortilla and rice, 5g net carbs)
- Chicken Burrito Supreme (no tortilla and no beans, 4g net carbs)
- Grilled Steak Taco (without tortilla, 3g net carbs)
- Fresco Chicken Taco (without tortilla, 2g net carbs)
Keto Taco Toppings
- Nacho Cheese (1g net carbs)
- Shredded Cheese (1g net carbs)
- Guacamole (4g net carbs)
- Romaine Lettuce (0g net carbs)
Tip: You can make your own low-carb queso at home!
Salsas and sauces
There are a bunch of low-carb sauces at Taco Bell. Here are the ones you can enjoy on a low-carb diet!
- Gallo peak (0g net carbs)
- Creamy Chipotle Sauce (0g net carbs)
- Avocado Ranch Sauce (1g net carbs)
- Spicy Ranch (1g net carbs)
- Mexican Pizza Sauce (1g net carbs)
- Sour Cream (2g net carbs)
- Creamy Jalapeño Sauce (1g net carbs)
- Hot Sauce (1g net carbs)
- Devil Sauce (0g net carbs)
- Avocado Green Salsa Packet (0g net carbs)
Drinks
The best thing to drink will always be water. If you want something else, these are the low-carb drink options at Taco Bell.
- Mtn Dew® Baja Blast Zero Sugar
- Brisk® Unsweetened No Lemon Iced Tea
- Diet Dr Pepper®
- Diet Pepsi®
- Mtn Dew® Zero Sugar
- Pepsi® Zero Sugar
- Water
How To Order Low Carb Taco Bell
Here are some fantastic tips that will make placing a keto Taco Bell order easier!
Here are some really simple rules to follow to stay on track:
1. Order food in a bowl
Since you are going to avoid the tortillas and hard taco shells, plan on asking for burrito bowls. This is good to know when you are ordering something you will eat as you drive.
2. Plan for small serving sizes
As you continue to add ingredients to the power bowls, the carb counts increase, too.
The best way to keep your macros low is to order smaller portions. Fill up on whole, fresh ingredients and add Taco Bell options as an extra.
3. Mix and match the meat
If you order a bowl or salad, ask for both chicken and seasoned beef. The seasoned ground beef is low-carb and packs a lot of flavors.
If you are feeling really hungry (and have the macros to spare), then ask for double the meat.
4. Order the power menu bowl
This is a lot like the burrito bowl from Chipotle. In fact, this is one of the best keto food hacks at this fast-food chain.
Unlike Chipotlethe Taco Bell Power Bowl only comes with two choices of protein – either chicken or steak.
After that, you can also add these options to it:
- Romaine Lettuce
- Cheese
- Guacamole
- Sour Cream
- Gallo peak
5. Avoid these ingredients
Even though there is nothing quite like a chicken quesadilla, it is best to avoid ordering any kind of tortilla from Taco Bell.
You should also avoid these other high-carb ingredients too:
- Refried Beans
- Black Beans
- Potatoes
- Rice
- Nachos
- Fries
- Potatoes
- Fried
- Taco Shells and Tortillas
6. Enjoy sauces and fats
Add sour cream, shredded cheese, and guacamole to any order to make the food even more satisfying and filling.
Take advantage of the hot sauces too! They will make even the smallest-looking meal taste much better, with most options being 0g net carbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are a few answers to the most frequently asked questions about ordering keto food at Taco Bell! If you don’t see your question in this list, please leave it in the comments.
The taco shells at Taco Bell are actually pretty small, so some people will eat one and still be able to stay within their macros.
For example, according to the nutrition info on the Taco Bell site1 Nacho Cheese Doritos® Locos Taco has 9 net carbs.
Taco Bell is not known for being super keto-friendly. They are a fast-food restaurant, but they do have keto options. Just avoid the high-carb ingredients, and you’ll be able to stay within your macros.
This can be a low-carb option if you order it without the tortilla. It is made with crumbled sausage, eggs, and nacho cheese sauce.
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First Published: March 22, 2023… Last Updated: June 17, 2025.