Taco Salad

Taco Salad

(4.8/5 – 2,986 reviews)

taco salad

Made fresh daily with Wendy’s signature crisp lettuce blend. Topped with red and green apple slices for sweet crunch. Includes dried cranberries, roasted pecans, and crumbled blue cheese. Served with tender grilled chicken for added protein. Finished with tangy Pomegranate Vinaigrette for balanced flavor.

Nutrition Information

Calories

470

Fat

25g

Carbs

36g

Protein

27g

Sodium

1180mg

Ingredients

Chili

Salad Blend
Chili Lime Seasoned Tortilla Strips
Creamy Salsa Dressing

Contains: Eg, milk, soy

Why Choose Taco Salad?

  • Fresh Base: Crisp romaine lettuce made fresh every day.
  • Flavorful Toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, and fire-roasted corn.
  • Crunchy Twist: Zesty chile lime tortilla strips for extra texture and flavor.
  • Signature Chili: Hearty scoop of Wendy’s famous all-beef chili.
  • Creamy Salsa Dressing: Served on the side for a bold, tangy finish.

Parmesan Caesae Salad vs Taco Salad vs Cobb Salad

Here’s your Parmesan Caesae Salad vs Taco Salad vs Cobb Salad comparison table:

Features

Parmesan Caesar Salad

Taco Salad

Cobb Salad

Protein Source

Grilled Chicken

Spicy or Seasoned Chili

Grilled Chicken

Toppings

Shaved Parmesan, Croutons

Seasoned chili, shredded cheddar, tomatoes, tortilla chips, sour cream

Bacon, egg, tomato, shredded cheese

Cheese

Shaved Parmesan

Shredded cheddar

Shredded cheddar

Dressings

Classic Caesar

Salsa & Sour Cream

Ranch or creamy dressing

Calories

480–510 kcal

690–720 kcal

600–650 kcal

Texture Mix

Crisp lettuce, crunchy croutons, tender chicken

Creamy chili, crispy chips

Creamy, crispy, and protein-packed

Yes! The base of the salad is prepared fresh daily in-store, and the chili is made with slow-simmered beef, kidney beans, and spices, cooked fresh throughout the day.

The chili and salsa dressing have a mild to medium spice level. It’s flavorful but not overly hot. You can adjust spice by skipping the dressing or chili.

Yes. You can customize your order and ask for the salad without chili, or request the chili on the side.

The Taco Salad is served with creamy salsa dressing, which adds a zesty Tex-Mex flavor. It pairs perfectly with the chili and crunchy toppings.

While the base ingredients like lettuce and chili are gluten-free, the tortilla strips and dressing may contain gluten. Always check allergen info at your location.

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