QDOBA Black Beans with Cheese (side): 150 calories
- 9gProtein
- 13gCarbs
- 7gFat
- 290mgSodium
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Official U.S. values from QDOBA Nutrition Facts 2026 (U.S., September 1, 2026), last checked October 25, 2026. Restaurants change recipes, so values in your area can differ. For allergens, see QDOBA official allergen information.
QDOBA Black Beans with Cheese nutrition facts
| Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium | Sat. fat | Sugar | Fiber | % of 2,000 cal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Beans with Cheese (side) | 150 | 9g | 13g | 7g | 290mg | 3.5g | 1g | 7g | 8% |
The QDOBA Black Beans with Cheese (side) is about 8% of a 2,000-calorie day and 13% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
How the Black Beans with Cheese ranks
- The Black Beans with Cheese (side) is the 2nd lightest of the 5 items in the QDOBA “Sides & Desserts” menu, and 1st for protein per calorie.
- Across the 85 items of the same kind we track at 14 chains, it is the 24th lightest; their average is 341 calories.
How to make a QDOBA order lighter
- Order the Apple Sauce (kids) instead: 100 fewer calories, 0g protein.
How long it takes to burn off
For a 155 lb person, the QDOBA Black Beans with Cheese (side) takes about 34 minutes of brisk walking, 16 minutes of running (5 mph) or 16 minutes of cycling. Figures from Harvard Health’s calories-burned table; heavier people burn calories faster.
Compared with other restaurants
Similar-calorie sides at other chains (same size where the chain has one):
- KFC Mac & Cheese (individual): 140 calories, 5g protein
- Taco Bell Black Beans & Rice: 160 calories, 4g protein
- Panda Express Chicken Potstickers (3 pieces): 160 calories, 6g protein
- Popeyes Coleslaw (Regular): 160 calories, 1g protein
- Starbucks Sweet Cream Cheese Icing: 140 calories, 2g protein
Questions people ask
The QDOBA Black Beans with Cheese (side) has 150 calories, with 9g of protein, 13g of carbs and 7g of fat, according to the restaurant’s official U.S. nutrition information.
The Apple Sauce (kids) has 50 calories, 100 fewer, but less protein (0g vs 9g).
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