A crunchy and chewy flatbread filled with pulled chicken, creamy jalapeno sauce, crisp shredded lettuce, a two-blend cheese and diced ripe tomatoes.

Look no further than the Chalupa, which contains chicken, lettuce, and tomatoes all snug inside a chewy, flaky shell. This option is perfect if you're aiming to eat fewer calories and fat. Fresco style removes all the sauce, so if you're needing a creamy component that adds healthy fats, ask to add in some guac.

With breakfast options at select locations, to late night, the Taco Bell menu serves made-to-order and customizable tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, vegetarian options, fountain drinks and desserts. Our specialties menu features all time favorites like the Chalupa Supreme, and the Crunchwrap Supreme.

Chalupa is a Spanish word for "boat," which refers to its boat-like shape. When traditionally prepared in Mexico, chalupas are often made of masa dough and molded into a slight cup shape, then deep fried, hence the boat naming. Chalupas are much more taco-shaped in the States and have that classic fold.

Traditional chalupas, as found in Cholula, Puebla, are small, thick, boat-shaped fried masa topped only with salsa, cheese and shredded lettuce.

Furthermore, around 60% of Taco Bell meals fall between 220 and 410 calories from fat whereas 60% of McDonalds meals fall between 420 and 650 calories from fat. Additionally, around 77% of Taco Bell meals have less than 400 calories from fat whereas only around 18% of meals at McDonalds have the same quality.

The 5 Best Healthy Options at Taco Bell, Recommended by...

• Power Menu Chicken Bowl.
• Power Menu Veggie Bowl.
• Crunchy Tacos.
• Burrito Supreme "Fresco Style"
• Bean Burrito.

The widespread popularity of chalupas across Mexico has also influenced Mexican-style restaurant fare in the neighboring United States.

(Chile) flip-flop, slipper, sandal. (Mexico) two-man canoe. (Mexico) a chalupa (bowl-shaped fried tortilla stuffed with chopped meat, lettuce, cheese, etc.) (Mexico, slang) fat girl.

(Mexico, slang) fat girl.

Furthermore, around 60% of Taco Bell meals fall between 220 and 410 calories from fat whereas 60% of McDonalds meals fall between 420 and 650 calories from fat. Additionally, around 77% of Taco Bell meals have less than 400 calories from fat whereas only around 18% of meals at McDonalds have the same quality.

10 Fast Food Restaurants With Healthy Options

• Panera Bread. Panera's menu is full of options for a healthy meal.
• Chipotle. Chipotle allows customers to build their own meals.
• Starbucks.
• Sweetgreen.
• CAVA.
• Noodles & Company.
• Wendy's.
• Burger King.