You Should Think Twice Before Ordering A Taco Salad At A Mexican Restaurant

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You Might Want To Think Twice Before Ordering A Taco Salad At A Mexican Restaurant By Maria Scinto Oct. 12, 2025 2:20 pm EST

When I make Mexican(ish) food at home, I'm most likely to throw together a taco salad. The reason is, I can make it to my own specifications, meaning cheap and fairly nutritious. That means I go heavy on the lettuce, with a moderate amount of cheese and protein (chicken, beef, and/or black beans), and just a sprinkling of crushed tortilla chips on top to give crunch without adding too many calories. Restaurant taco salads are a completely different story, however — surprisingly enough, they're one of the least healthy menu options at many Mexican restaurants .

Or maybe it's not so surprising, since for one reason or another (possibly nutrit