Zambrero · Nachos & Quesadillas
Barbacoa Beef NachosZambrero calories & macros
A Zambrero Barbacoa Beef Nachos (Small) has 521 calories (2,180 kJ), with 24.3 g protein, 33.0 g fat and 31.2 g carbs per serve. That is about 25% of the 8,700 kJ daily intake used on Australian food labels.
B4.7 g protein per 100 kcal - good protein density on Macro Menu's S to F scale
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Full nutrition (Small)
| Per serve | Amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | 2,180 kJ (521 kcal) |
| Protein | 24.3 g |
| Fat, total | 33.0 g |
| - saturated | 10.8 g |
| Carbohydrate | 31.2 g |
| - sugars | 7.0 g |
| Sodium | 955 mg |
As published by Zambrero.
Barbacoa Beef Nachos sizes and options
| Option | kcal | kJ | Protein g | Fat g | Carbs g | Sat fat g | Sugars g | Sodium mg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 521 | 2,180 | 24.3 | 33.0 | 31.2 | 10.8 | 7.0 | 955 |
| Regular | 827 | 3,460 | 38.0 | 50.8 | 53.8 | 19.2 | 10.1 | 1,525 |
| Big | 1,180 | 4,937 | 59.5 | 70.2 | 77.8 | 27.0 | 15.2 | 2,211 |
Lowest: Small at 521 kcal. Highest: Big at 1,180 kcal - a 659 kcal spread.
Customise it: what swaps change
Per-serve totals after a common change. Modifier figures are Macro Menu estimates unless Zambrero publishes the component itself.
| Change | kcal | kJ | Protein g | Fat g | Carbs g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| As sold | 521 | 2,180 | 24.3 | 33.0 | 31.2 |
| + Basilo Sauce (+102 kcal) | 623 | 2,607 | 24.6 | 43.8 | 32.1 |
| + Chipotle Sauce (+98 kcal) | 619 | 2,590 | 24.5 | 43.5 | 32.1 |
| + Garlic Sauce (+89 kcal) | 610 | 2,552 | 24.5 | 42.3 | 32.1 |
| + Red Chilli Sauce (+28 kcal) | 549 | 2,297 | 24.5 | 33.3 | 37.0 |
| + Secret BBQ Sauce (+30 kcal) | 551 | 2,305 | 24.4 | 33.7 | 37.1 |
| + Trezigo Sauce (+23 kcal) | 544 | 2,276 | 24.4 | 34.9 | 32.7 |
| + Verde Sauce (+31 kcal) | 552 | 2,310 | 24.5 | 35.9 | 32.2 |
| + Sesame Crunch Mix (+54 kcal) | 575 | 2,406 | 26.4 | 37.3 | 33.1 |
| + Pickled Red Onions (+16 kcal) | 537 | 2,247 | 24.4 | 33.1 | 34.9 |
| No Cheese (est.) (-121 kcal) | 400 | 1,674 | 16.9 | 23.1 | 30.9 |
| No Sour Cream (est.) (-59 kcal) | 462 | 1,933 | 23.5 | 27.1 | 30.1 |
How it compares with other Zambrero nachos & quesadillas
Of the 14 nachos & quesadillas on the Zambrero menu, Barbacoa Beef Nachos ranks 6th of 14 for protein and is the 7th lowest in calories. The category average is 527 kcal, so this one is below average by 6 kcal.
| Item | kcal | kJ | Protein g | Fat g | Carbs g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grilled Chicken Nachos (3 options) | 498 | 2,084 | 22.9 | 31.9 | 29.2 |
| Pulled Mushroom Nachos (3 options) | 499 | 2,088 | 13.0 | 33.6 | 35.7 |
| Lamb Nachos (3 options) | 516 | 2,159 | 22.2 | 33.4 | 31.0 |
| Barbacoa Beef Nachos (3 options) | 521 | 2,180 | 24.3 | 33.0 | 31.2 |
| Classic Beef Mince Nachos (3 options) | 532 | 2,226 | 19.9 | 36.5 | 30.2 |
| Pulled Pork Quesadilla Stack | 536 | 2,243 | 29.9 | 25.0 | 44.7 |
| Grilled Chicken Quesadilla Stack | 538 | 2,251 | 32.9 | 25.5 | 42.8 |
Sorted by calories, showing the items either side of this one. See every Zambrero nachos & quesadillas item.
Quick answers
How many calories are in a Zambrero Barbacoa Beef Nachos?
Barbacoa Beef Nachos at Zambrero ranges from 521 to 1,180 calories depending on the option. The Small is 521 kcal (2,180 kJ).
How much protein is in Zambrero's Barbacoa Beef Nachos?
24.3 g of protein in the Small, which works out to 4.7 g per 100 kcal - rated B (good) for protein density on Macro Menu.
How many kJ is that?
2,180 kJ. Australian menus list kilojoules; divide by 4.184 to get calories. 2,180 kJ is roughly 25% of an 8,700 kJ day.
Is it a lower-calorie choice at Zambrero?
Within Zambrero nachos & quesadillas it is the 7th lowest of 14. The lowest-calorie option in that category is Vegetarian Quesadilla Stack at 492 kcal, and the highest-protein is Barbacoa Beef Quesadilla Stack with 34.6 g.
Compare it with
The closest wraps and rolls by calories, at the other chains and on this menu.
More Zambrero nachos & quesadillas
Lamb Nachos516 kcal · 22.2 g proteinClassic Beef Mince Nachos532 kcal · 19.9 g protein
Pulled Pork Quesadilla Stack536 kcal · 29.9 g proteinGrilled Chicken Quesadilla Stack538 kcal · 32.9 g proteinPulled Mushroom Quesadilla Stack540 kcal · 20.1 g proteinPulled Mushroom Nachos499 kcal · 13.0 g proteinZambrero full menuHighest protein at ZambreroLowest calorie at ZambreroOther restaurants
Source: Zambrero national nutrition guide, data correct as of 14 July 2026, per serve as sold. Last checked against the live menu in September 2026. Every source.