One of Taco Bell’s most recognizable menu items is going vegan. The chain is testing a vegan Crunchwrap, marking the first time that Taco Bell has sold a fully vegan entree. Similar to a traditional Crunchwrap, the vegan version uses a “proprietary, boldly seasoned” plant-based protein created by the company, and is then topped with two vegan sauces: a blanco sauce and a vegan nacho sauce. Then it’s all wrapped in a crunchy tostada shell.
Although the menu item can be classified as vegan since it doesn’t contain any animal ingredients, it might not appeal to strict vegans: The company warns that “cross-contact” might occur among the foods at the restaurant’s kitchens. The plant-based protein can’t be ordered in Taco Bell’s other menu items during the testing phase. For the past few years, Taco Bell has been experimenting with bringing a plant-based protein food to market.