# Slow-Cooked Bean Burritos Del Taco Just Added a New Bean, Rice and Cheese Burrito to its menu By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2025-01-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bean-rice-and-cheese-burrito References: [qsrmagazine](https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/del-taco-adds-new-burritos-to-its-value-menu/) & [deltaco](https://deltaco.com/index.php?page=menu_items&category=burritos)  [Del Taco](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/del-taco-classic-burritos) is kicking 2025 off on a tasty note with the debut of two new burrito options: the Bean, Rice and Cheese Burrito and the Chipotle Chicken Burrito. The two new burritos are available as part of Del Taco's Del’s Real Deal$ menu, which features some of the brand's most popular menu items at [wallet-friendly prices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grilled-cheese-burrito-bell-bundle). The first of the new burrito options is the [vegetarian-friendly Bean, Rice and Cheese Burrito](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dorado-tacos), which consists of a warm, oversized flour tortilla filled with slow-cooked bean, cilantro lime rice, fresh house-grated cheddar cheese, and zesty red sauce. On the other hand, the new Chipotle Chicken Burrito features a combination of marinated and freshly grilled chicken, slow-cooked beans, cilantro lime rice, chipotle sauce, and sour cream, all wrapped up in a warm, grilled flour tortilla. Image Credit: Del Taco ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 33% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Plant-based Fast Food:** The rising popularity of vegetarian options like the Bean, Rice and Cheese Burrito highlights a shift towards plant-based menu items in quick-service restaurants. - **Budget-friendly Dining:** Affordable menu items as seen in Del Taco's Del’s Real Deal$ menu cater to consumers seeking cost-effective dining without compromising on flavor. - **Flavorful Fusion Foods:** Incorporating ingredients like cilantro lime rice and chipotle sauce in traditional fare underscores a trend toward global flavor fusion in culinary offerings. ### Where This Applies - **Fast Food Industry:** Developments in the fast food sector continue to focus on enhancing menu diversity to attract a wider range of dietary preferences. - **Food Service Industry:** Menu innovation focusing on cost-effective yet flavorful options provides growth opportunities for businesses within the food service industry. - **Spice and Flavor Industry:** The integration of diverse spices and sauces into mainstream menu items reflects the evolving consumer palate and increasing demand for bold flavors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ingredient-Packed Value-Minded Burritos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/del-taco-classic-burritos.md) - [Dippable Beef Birria Burritos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shredded-beef-birria-grilled-combo-burrito.md) - [Half-Pound Steak Burritos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chipotle-carne-asada-steak-burrito.md) - [Hybrid Enchilada-Inspired Burritos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-enchilada-burrito.md) - [Birria-Inspired QSR Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/del-taco-2.md) - [Value-Driven Beef Burritos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2-cheesy-double-beef-burrito.md) - [Portable Grilled Chicken Wraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-cheddar-rollers.md) - [Authentic Slow-Cooked Taco Meats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slowcooked-pork-carnitas.md) - [Dippable Cheesy Burritos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taco-bell-6.md)