Source: Qdoba Nutrition Facts 2026 (November 3, 2026) · Checked: November 6, 2026 · Change any order in the Qdoba nutrition calculator.
How we picked these orders
We used Qdoba's own ingredient figures and added them up, so every total below can be rebuilt in the calculator. Low-calorie means the fewest calories for a filling bowl; keto means low net carbs (carbs minus fiber); high-protein means the most grams of protein per calorie. These are general guides; your own needs may differ.
Six orders by goal
| Order | Cal | Protein | Net carbs | Fat | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 400 calories: Chicken salad bowl Romaine Lettuce for Salad + Grilled Adobo Chicken + Black Beans (vegan) + Fajita Veggies + Pico de Gallo + Salsa Verde | 395 | 30 g | 24 g | 16 g | 1,205 mg |
| Under 500, with rice: Carnitas rice bowl Cilantro Lime Rice (vegan) + Pinto Beans (vegan) + Pork Carnitas + Fajita Veggies + Pico de Gallo + Salsa Roja | 470 | 26 g | 58 g | 11 g | 1,605 mg |
| Keto / low-carb: Steak, guac and cheese on lettuce Romaine Lettuce for Salad + Grilled Steak + Fajita Veggies + Shredded Cheese + Hand Crafted Guacamole + Pico de Gallo + Salsa Verde | 615 | 30 g | 14 g | 48 g | 1,405 mg |
| Keto / low-carb: Birria, queso and sour cream on lettuce Romaine Lettuce for Salad + Brisket Birria + Three Cheese Queso + Sour Cream + Pico de Gallo + Salsa Roja | 295 | 20 g | 15 g | 20 g | 990 mg |
| High-protein: Double chicken, black beans Romaine Lettuce for Salad + Grilled Adobo Chicken + Grilled Adobo Chicken + Black Beans (vegan) + Fajita Veggies + Pico de Gallo + Salsa Verde | 585 | 49 g | 26 g | 28 g | 1,645 mg |
| Vegan: Brown rice, both beans, veggies Seasoned Brown Rice (vegan) + Black Beans (vegan) + Pinto Beans (vegan) + Fajita Veggies + Chile Corn Salsa + Pico de Gallo | 510 | 23 g | 71 g | 6.5 g | 1,190 mg |
Low-calorie Qdoba
The base decides most of the calories. A salad base (romaine, 15 calories) or a bowl with no base costs almost nothing; a 12.5" flour tortilla adds 300 and a crunchy tortilla shell 390. After that, the heaviest add-ons are:
| Ingredient | Cal | Fat |
|---|---|---|
| Grilled Steak (3.5 oz.) | 360 | 28 g |
| Chorizo (3.0 oz.) | 260 | 20 g |
| Bacon (Select Locations) (2 oz.) | 230 | 17 g |
| Eggs (6 oz.) | 230 | 16 g |
| Cholula® Hot & Sweet Chicken (3.5oz) | 190 | 10 g |
| Cilantro Lime Rice (4 oz.) (vegan) | 190 | 2.5 g |
| Grilled Adobo Chicken (3.5 oz.) | 190 | 12 g |
| Ground Beef (3.5 oz.) | 180 | 10 g |
| Queso Diablo (4 oz.) | 180 | 15 g |
| Hand Crafted Guacamole (4 oz.) | 170 | 15 g |
| Plant-Based Impossible™ (3.1 oz.) (select locations) | 170 | 9 g |
| Seasoned Brown Rice (4 oz.) (vegan) | 170 | 1.5 g |
| Three Cheese Queso (4 oz.) | 170 | 17 g |
| Chicken Tinga (3.5 oz) | 170 | 10 g |
Toppings at 25 calories or less: Chile Corn Salsa, Cotija Cheese, Habanero Salsa, Pickled Jalapenos, Pickled Red Onion, Pico de Gallo, Roasted Tomato Salsa, Romaine Lettuce for Salad, Salsa Roja, Salsa Verde. Use those for flavor, and pick one of cheese, sour cream, queso or guacamole rather than all four.
Lightest Signature Eats: Keto Bowl - Brisket Birria (360), Street Style Pork Carnitas Tacos (3) Flour (360), Keto Bowl - Chicken (410), Fajita Vegan Bowl (510), Impossible™ Taco Salad (510), Citrus Lime Chicken Salad (520).
Keto and low-carb
Rice (38 g total carbs), pinto and black beans (23–24 g total, 14–15 g net) and tortillas are where the carbs are. Keep the meat, cheese, queso, sour cream, guacamole and salsas, and use romaine as the base. Qdoba's own Keto Bowls (total carbs; net carbs subtract fiber):
| Keto Bowl | Cal | Protein | Total carbs | Net carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keto Bowl - Brisket Birria | 360 | 24 g | 14 g | 10 g | 24 g |
| Keto Bowl - Chicken | 410 | 29 g | 12 g | 7 g | 29 g |
| Keto Bowl - Steak | 580 | 30 g | 15 g | 10 g | 45 g |
Qdoba lists the Keto Bowls as online-only. In the restaurant, a lettuce bowl like the keto orders above has comparable carbs, though its figures differ from the Keto Bowls. Citrus vinaigrette has 7 g carbs per portion, so check dressings too.
High-protein Qdoba
| Protein option | Protein | Cal | g per 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pork Carnitas (3.5 oz.) | 14 g | 100 | 14 |
| Brisket Birria (3.5 oz) | 15 g | 140 | 10.7 |
| Grilled Adobo Chicken (3.5 oz.) | 19 g | 190 | 10 |
| Chicken Tinga (3.5 oz) | 16 g | 170 | 9.4 |
| Ground Beef (3.5 oz.) | 16 g | 180 | 8.9 |
| Cholula® Hot & Sweet Chicken (3.5oz) | 16 g | 190 | 8.4 |
| Bacon (Select Locations) (2 oz.) | 19 g | 230 | 8.3 |
| Plant-Based Impossible™ (3.1 oz.) (select locations) | 13 g | 170 | 7.6 |
| Bacon (Select Locations) (1 oz.) | 9 g | 120 | 7.5 |
| Grilled Steak (3.5 oz.) | 20 g | 360 | 5.6 |
| Chorizo (3.0 oz.) | 14 g | 260 | 5.4 |
Grilled chicken is the best all-rounder: 19 g protein for 190 calories, and doubling it adds protein without the fat of extra cheese. Black beans add 9 g more with 9 g fiber. Steak has a similar 20 g but 360 calories.
Watch the sodium
Even the lighter orders above run 990–1,645 mg of sodium, a large share of the 2,300 mg daily limit. Proteins, cheese, queso and the tortilla carry the most; salsas add little. If sodium matters to you, skip queso and cheese and choose chicken (440 mg) over carnitas (570 mg) or steak (600 mg).
Avoiding gluten too? See Qdoba gluten-free and allergens.
Last checked November 6, 2026. General information, not medical or dietary advice. Menu Price HQ isn't affiliated with Qdoba.
Healthy Qdoba FAQ
What is the healthiest thing to order at Qdoba?
A salad bowl with grilled chicken, black beans, fajita veggies, pico and salsa verde adds up to 395 calories and 30 g protein from Qdoba's ingredient list. Skipping the tortilla, queso and chips does most of the work.
Is Qdoba keto-friendly?
Yes, if you skip the tortilla, rice, beans and chips. Qdoba sells online-only Keto Bowls (Brisket Birria 14 g total carbs, Chicken 12 g total carbs, Steak 15 g total carbs), and a lettuce bowl with steak, cheese and guacamole has 14 g net carbs.
What has the most protein at Qdoba?
Per calorie, Pork Carnitas (14 g in 100 calories). For a big total, our double-chicken bowl has 49 g (the two chicken portions alone are 38 g). Qdoba's Double Protein Bowl - Chicken lists 51 g.
How many calories are in a Qdoba keto bowl?
Keto Bowl - Brisket Birria: 360 calories, 24 g protein; Keto Bowl - Chicken: 410 calories, 29 g protein; Keto Bowl - Steak: 580 calories, 30 g protein.
Is Qdoba rice or beans healthier?
They're close in calories (cilantro lime rice 190, black beans 140), but black beans have 9 g protein and 9 g fiber against the rice's 3 g and 0 g.
What are the lowest-calorie toppings at Qdoba?
Salsas, pico de gallo, pickled onions and jalapeños and lettuce are 25 calories or less per portion; fajita veggies are 40.