Is El Monterey® Extra Crunchy Beef & Cheese Mini Tacos 19.4 oz. Box Dairy Free?

No. This product is not dairy free as it lists 8 ingredients that contain dairy.

Why it's not dairy free

  • cheese culture
  • cheddar cheese flavor
  • cheddar cheese
  • rennet casein
  • cheese cultures
  • milk
  • natural cheese
  • pasteurized process cheddar cheese product - pasteurized process cheddar cheese product

cheese culture

Dietitian note

Cheese is typically derived from milk (dairy).

Note by Rhyan Geiger, RDN

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Ingredients

WATER, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR - ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), GROUND BEEF, VEGETABLE OIL (SOYBEAN, CANOLA AND/OR CORN OIL), PASTEURIZED PROCESS CHEDDAR CHEESE PRODUCT - PASTEURIZED PROCESS CHEDDAR CHEESE PRODUCT (WATER, PALM OIL, NATURAL CHEESE [MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], RENNET CASEIN, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, SODIUM PHOSPHATES, SALT, LACTIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR, ANNATTO COLOR), STONEGROUND CORN MASA FLOUR - STONEGROUND CORN MASA TREATED WITH LIME, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS - TEXTURED VEGETABLE PROTEIN (SOY FLOUR, CARAMEL COLOR), SALT, ISOLATED PEA PRODUCT, WHEAT GLUTEN, ONION, CHILI PEPPER, CHEDDAR CHEESE FLAVOR (CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, CHEDDAR CHEESE [MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYME], SALT, YEAST EXTRACT, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, NATURAL FLAVORS, ANNATTO), PAPRIKA, GRANULATED GARLIC, CRUSHED RED PEPPER, TURMERIC, GUAR GUM.

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What is a Dairy Free diet?

A dairy-free diet eliminates all foods made from or containing milk and milk-derived ingredients, such as butter, cheese, yogurt, and cream. It's essential for people with lactose intolerance, milk allergies, or those who prefer plant-based alternatives. Common dairy substitutes include almond, soy, oat, and coconut-based milks and cheeses. While dairy is a major source of calcium and vitamin D, these nutrients can be replaced through fortified foods or supplements. Many people find going dairy-free helps reduce digestive issues, acne, or inflammation, but balance and proper nutrient intake remain key for long-term health.

Where to buy

El Monterey® Extra Crunchy Beef & Cheese Mini Tacos 19.4 oz. Box is available at 2 retailers

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About this product

Frozen Meal · Frozen

Flavor
SavoryMeaty
Texture
Crunchy
Commonly used for
Meal PrepSnackingLunchOn The Go