Taco Bell is Testing a New Plant-Based Protein

Taco Bell is usually at the forefront of menu innovation in the fast food game, whether it comes to brand new items or collaborations with other notable names in the industry. That train of innovation is running full speed, further fueled by a new proprietary plant-based protein that’s being tested exclusively in Birmingham, Alabama.

Starting today, Taco Bell fans in Birmingham will be able to try Taco Bell’s new proprietary plant-based protein — certified vegan by the American Vegetarian Association — featured in the new Crispy Melt Taco. The Crispy Melt Taco features a freshly fried white corn shell tortilla with cheesy layers of shredded cheddar, mozzarella, and Monterey pepper jack cheeses, plus warm nacho cheese sauce adding extra indulgence.

The proprietary plant-based protein will also be featured in Nachos BellGrande. But another exciting option for fans is the ability to customize any menu item by adding the plant-based protein to it. In the mood for a Crunchwrap Supreme with plant-based protein? Go ahead and treat yourself, friends.

The product test is running for a limited time only in Birmingham, Alabama through mid-October, while supplies last.

Below is a list of participating locations running the menu test item:

• 1101 Forestdale Blvd, Birmingham AL 35214
• 1801 Pinson Valley Pkwy, Tarrant, AL 35217
• 2463 US Highway 43, Winfield, AL 35594
• 2047 7th St South, Clanton, AL 35045
• 213 Lakeshore Pkwy, Homewood, AL 35209
• 16778 Hwy. 280 , Chelsea, AL 35043
• 450 Colonial Promenade Pkwy, Alabaster, AL 35007
• 2300 Bessemer Rd., Birmingham, AL 35208
• 4623 Highway 280 S., Birmingham, AL 35242
• 523 Fieldstown Road, Gardendale, AL 35071
• 3064 Warrior River Road, Hueytown, AL 35023
• 815 Skyland Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
• 5961 AL Highway 157, Cullman, AL 35057
• 236 15th Street, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
• 1821 Montgomery Highway, Riverchase Village Center, Hoover, AL 35244
• 710 9th Ave N, Bessemer, AL 35020
• 5050 Bond Boulevard, Colonial Promenade Tannehill, Bessemer, AL 35022
• 4804 Highway 52 W, Helena AL 35080
• 915 Main St., Montevallo, AL 35115
• 100 20th Ave NE, Center Point, AL 35215
• 511 Martin St N Pell City, AL 35125
• 6650 Highway 75, Pinson AL 35126
• 5950 Valley Rd, Trussville, AL 35173
• 319 Cane Creek Rd, Warrior, AL 35180
• 1250 Mitt Lary Rd., Northport, AL 35475
• 1525 Temple Avenue N, Fayette, AL 35555
• 42462 AL-195 Haleyville, AL 35565
• 9509 Parkway East, Birmingham, AL 35215
• 381 Palisades Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35209
• 33458 Us Highway 280, Childersburg, AL 35044
• 1880 Mcfarland Blvd, Northport, AL 35476
• 101 Cahaba Valley Pkwy, Pelham, AL 35124
• 1801 Ashville Rd, Leeds, AL 35094
• 121 Supercenter Dr, Calera, AL 35040
• 508 Hwy #78 West, Jasper, AL 35501
• 504 Hamric Dr E, Oxford, AL, 36203
• 2130 Quintard Ave, Anniston, AL 36201
• 2610 Stillman Blvd., Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
• 1611 Pelham Road S., Jacksonville, AL 36265
• 1746 Military St S, Hamilton, AL 35570
• 1541 Montclair Road, Birmingham, AL 35210
• 5192 Caldwell Mill Rd Ste 101 & 102, Hoover, AL 35244
• 64 Springville Station Blvd, Springville, AL 35146
• 9050 Highway 69 S, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
• 1611 Morris Avenue, Fultondale, AL 35068
• 2124 7th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35233
• 6726 Deerfoot Parkway, Pinson, AL 35126
• 702 Main St NE, Hanceville, AL 35077
• 6806 Tattersall Way, Birmingham, AL 35242
• 218 W. College Street, Columbiana, AL 35051
• 206 Haynes St., Talladega, AL 35160
• 1004 Academy Drive, Bessemer, AL 35022
• 610 Highway 78 E, Sumiton, AL 35148
• 1553 Montgomery Highway, Hoover, AL 35216