Is the Taco Bell quesadilla gluten free?

No. The flour tortilla contains wheat, and Taco Bell kitchens have cross-contamination risk from shared surfaces. None of the four quesadilla varieties are safe for customers with celiac disease or serious gluten sensitivity.

Which Taco Bell quesadilla has the most protein?

The Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla leads with 33 grams of protein at $6.99. The Chicken Quesadilla and Steak Quesadilla both deliver 26 grams of protein at $6.49 and $6.69 respectively. The Cheese Quesadilla provides 18 grams at $5.29.

What is the difference between the Chicken Quesadilla and Steak Quesadilla?

Both the Chicken Quesadilla and Steak Quesadilla use the same large flour tortilla, three-cheese blend, and creamy jalapeño sauce. The Steak version uses marinated grilled steak instead of grilled chicken, costs $6.69 versus $6.49, and has 500 calories versus 490. Both deliver 26 grams of protein per serving.

Is the Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla different from the regular quesadilla?

Yes. The Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla uses slow roasted Cantina Chicken rather than standard grilled chicken. It is rolled tight and grilled crisp on the outside, rather than folded flat like the standard three quesadillas. It comes with dipping sauces and has 570 calories on its own (700 total with sauces) versus 490 calories for the standard Chicken Quesadilla. It is currently a limited time item — confirm availability in the app.

What cheese does Taco Bell use in its quesadillas?

Taco Bell uses a three-cheese blend of cheddar, pepper jack, and mozzarella in all quesadilla varieties. The blend is melted inside the pressed flour tortilla during grilling.

Taco Bell Quesadilla: Calories, Price and Nutrition (2026)

Q: How many calories are in a Taco Bell quesadilla?

The Taco Bell Cheese Quesadilla has 440 calories. The Chicken Quesadilla has 490 calories. The Steak Quesadilla has 500 calories. The Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla has 570 calories on its own, or 700 calories total when ordered with all three included dipping sauces. All values cover the standard build with three-cheese blend and creamy jalapeño sauce where applicable.

Q: How much does a Taco Bell quesadilla cost?

The Cheese Quesadilla costs $5.29, the Chicken Quesadilla costs $6.49, the Steak Quesadilla costs $6.69, and the Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla costs $6.99. The Cantina Chicken Rolled is a limited time item — confirm availability in the Taco Bell app. Prices vary by franchise location.

Q: What is the sauce in the Taco Bell quesadilla?

The sauce is Taco Bell's creamy jalapeño sauce — a tangy, mildly spicy blend of mayo, jalapeño, and seasoning applied inside the quesadilla before grilling. It appears in the Chicken, Steak, and Cantina Chicken Rolled versions. The Cheese Quesadilla also includes jalapeño sauce per Taco Bell's official ingredient data. You can request extra sauce or sauce on the side at no extra cost.

Q: Is the Taco Bell quesadilla vegetarian?

The Cheese Quesadilla ($5.29, 440 cal) is the only vegetarian option in the lineup. It is AVA certified vegetarian and contains only the flour tortilla, three-cheese blend, and creamy jalapeño sauce. The Chicken, Steak, and Cantina Chicken Rolled versions are not vegetarian.

Q: Can I customize my Taco Bell quesadilla?

Yes. You can swap the protein among Chicken, Steak, or Cantina Chicken. You can add or remove the creamy jalapeño sauce, add guacamole for a small upcharge, or request extra cheese. Customization is easiest through the Taco Bell app before placing your order.

The Taco Bell Quesadilla comes in four varieties: Cheese, Chicken, Steak, and Cantina Chicken Rolled. Prices run from $5.49 for the Cheese Quesadilla up to $6.99 for the Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla. The Cheese Quesadilla is the only AVA certified vegetarian pick at 440 calories and 18 grams of protein, while the Cantina Chicken Rolled version delivers the highest protein at 33 grams. This page verifies every price and calorie count against Taco Bell’s official data, so you can compare before you order.

A large flour tortilla, a three cheese blend, and creamy jalapeño sauce anchor all four builds. The Cantina Chicken Rolled version breaks from that format entirely, using slow roasted Cantina chicken rolled tight and grilled crisp on the outside instead of the standard folded shape.

Taco Bell Quesadilla Menu With Pictures

Grilled flour tortillas and a melted three cheese blend repeat across every quesadilla here, from the $5.49 Cheese Quesadilla up to the rolled Cantina Chicken format. Browsing the photos below helps you spot the right protein before checking exact prices.

Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla

$ 6.99

Chicken Quesadilla

$ 5.89

Steak Quesadilla

$ 6.39

Cheese Quesadilla

$ 5.49

All Taco Bell Quesadillas: Prices, Calories & Status

Item	Price	Calories	Notes
Cheese Quesadilla	$5.49	440	Vegetarian, AVA certified
Chicken Quesadilla	$5.89	490	Permanent
Steak Quesadilla	$6.39	500	Permanent
Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla	$6.99	570	Limited time, confirm availability in the app

Taco Bell Quesadilla Calories and Nutrition Facts


Nutrient	Cheese (440 Cal)	Chicken (490 Cal)	Steak (500 Cal)	Cantina Rolled (700 Cal)
Calories	440	490	500	570
Total Fat	22g	23g	24g	28g
Saturated Fat	11g	11g	12g	13g
Trans Fat	0g	0g	0g	0g
Cholesterol	50mg	75mg	70mg	105mg
Sodium	980mg	1,240mg	1,260mg	1,410mg
Total Carbohydrates	43g	44g	44g	46g
Dietary Fiber	4g	4g	4g	5g
Sugars	3g	3g	4g	3g
Protein	18g	26g	26g	33g

Nutrition data covers the standard build, including the three cheese blend and creamy jalapeño sauce where each recipe calls for it. Customizations change every figure above.

What Are Taco Bell Quesadillas Made Of?

All four quesadillas start with a large flour tortilla and a three cheese blend of cheddar, pepper jack, and mozzarella. The Cantina Chicken Rolled version uses slow roasted Cantina chicken rolled tight and grilled crisp, rather than folded flat like the other three builds.

Cheese Quesadilla: Large flour tortilla, three cheese blend, creamy jalapeño sauce
Chicken Quesadilla: Large flour tortilla, grilled chicken, three cheese blend, creamy jalapeño sauce
Steak Quesadilla: Large flour tortilla, marinated grilled steak, three cheese blend, creamy jalapeño sauce
Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla: Flour tortilla, slow roasted Cantina chicken, three cheese blend, creamy jalapeño sauce, rolled and grilled.

About the Taco Bell Quesadilla Sauce

Creamy jalapeño sauce fills every quesadilla on this menu, blending mayo, jalapeño, and seasoning into a tangy, mildly spicy finish applied before grilling. Requesting extra sauce or asking for it on the side costs nothing extra. See the full sauces guide for every Taco Bell sauce and packet option.

Order the vegetarian version. The Cheese Quesadilla at $5.49 and 440 calories is the AVA certified pick, built from just the tortilla, cheese blend, and jalapeño sauce. See the veggie cravings menu for more meatless options.
Adjust the jalapeño sauce. More sauce adds flavor, while skipping it lowers fat and sodium slightly.
Add guacamole. A small upcharge adds healthy fat and a richer flavor profile to any build.

How to Customize the Taco Bell Quesadilla

The quesadilla format holds up well under most swaps and add ons, whether ordered through the app or at the counter.

Swap the protein: Chicken, steak, or Cantina chicken each shift the price and calorie count slightly.
Order the vegetarian version: The Cheese Quesadilla at $5.49 and 440 calories is the AVA certified pick, built from just the tortilla, cheese blend, and jalapeño sauce. See the veggie cravings menu for more meatless options.
Adjust the jalapeño sauce: More sauce adds flavor, while skipping it lowers fat and sodium slightly.
Add guacamole: A small upcharge adds healthy fat and a richer flavor profile to any build.

Is the Taco Bell Quesadilla Vegan, Vegetarian or Keto?

Vegan: No. The three cheese blend (cheddar, pepper jack, mozzarella) and the creamy jalapeño sauce both carry dairy, ruling out a vegan build without removing the cheese entirely, which strips away the item’s core flavor.

Vegetarian: Yes, with the right order. The Cheese Quesadilla ($5.49, 440 Cal, 18g protein) contains no meat and carries AVA certification. The Chicken ($5.89), Steak ($6.39), and Cantina Chicken Rolled ($6.99) versions are not vegetarian.

Keto: No. The large flour tortilla alone contributes 43 to 46 grams of carbohydrates, exceeding most daily keto limits in a single order. Protein content stays keto compatible at 18g to 33g depending on the variety, but the tortilla itself blocks a true keto build. See the specialties menu for lower carb picks elsewhere on the menu.

Gluten free: No. The flour tortilla in all four varieties contains gluten, and shared kitchen equipment adds cross contamination risk. Only the ingredients change by protein, the wheat based tortilla stays constant across the Cheese, Chicken, Steak, and Cantina Chicken Rolled builds. See the gluten free guide for the full breakdown.

How the Taco Bell Quesadilla Compares?

The Chicken Quesadilla at $5.89 and 490 calories remains a popular standard pick in the lineup. The Steak Quesadilla costs $6.39 at 500 calories, a modest jump for marinated steak instead of grilled chicken. The Cheese Quesadilla stays lightest at 440 calories for $5.49, making it the strongest choice for both calorie conscious and vegetarian customers. The Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla tops the range at $6.99 and delivers the highest protein of the four, at 33 grams. For a full comparison across meal deals, see the Taco Bell Combos and Boxes guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in a Taco Bell Quesadilla?

The Cheese Quesadilla has 440 calories, the Chicken Quesadilla has 490, and the Steak Quesadilla has 500. The Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla carries 570 calories in its standard build.

How much does a Taco Bell Quesadilla cost?

The Cheese Quesadilla costs $5.49, the Chicken Quesadilla costs $5.89, and the Steak Quesadilla costs $6.39. The Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla costs $6.99 and runs as a limited time item.

What is the sauce in the Taco Bell Quesadilla?

Taco Bell’s creamy jalapeño sauce fills every quesadilla, a tangy and mildly spicy blend applied inside before grilling. Extra sauce or a side order costs nothing additional.

Is the Taco Bell Quesadilla vegetarian?

The Cheese Quesadilla is the AVA certified vegetarian option, containing no meat. The Chicken, Steak, and Cantina Chicken versions are not vegetarian.

Can I customize my Taco Bell Quesadilla?

Yes. Swapping the protein among Chicken, Steak, or Cantina Chicken, and adjusting the jalapeño sauce, both work through the app or at the counter before you check out.

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Is Taco Bell’s Quesadilla Menu Worth Ordering in 2026?

The quesadilla lineup gives customers four clear choices across a $5.49 to $6.99 range. The Cheese Quesadilla stands out as the value pick, delivering an AVA certified vegetarian meal with 18 grams of protein at the lowest price in the lineup. The Cantina Chicken Rolled version tops the range with 33 grams of protein per order.

Whether the goal is a quick grilled meal, a vegetarian option, or a high protein pick, these four builds cover all three needs. Checking the Cantina Chicken menu rounds out the picture for anyone comparing the Rolled Quesadilla against its Bowl and Burrito counterparts.

Taco Bell Quesadilla: Calories, Price and Nutrition (2026)