This one is serious and spreading fast.
The FDA announced a recall yesterday by Taylor Fresh Foods of 20 ready-to-eat products sold at Walmart, Trader Joe’s, Target, Kroger, Whole Foods, Stop & Shop, and Hannaford — all containing jalapeños traced back to a Salmonella outbreak that has already sickened 345 people and resulted in 36 hospitalizations across multiple states. The same contaminated jalapeños from Sinaloa, Mexico have also been linked to illnesses connected to Chipotle and Qdoba.
Taylor Farms says it has no confirmed illnesses linked specifically to its products — but the source ingredient is the same, and the FDA is urging consumers not to consume any of the affected items.
What’s Being Recalled
Twenty products across multiple retailer brands are included in this recall, spanning salsas, guacamoles, dips, sandwiches, and prepared salads. Products were distributed to 26 states. Here’s the full list:
Hannaford
- Diced Jalapeños (3.75 oz) — Best by 8/7–8/14 | UPC 30223082712 | ME, NY
- Rice and Bean Burrito (12.5 oz) — Best by 8/7–8/11 | UPC 30223082736 | MA, ME, NH, NY, VT
Kroger
- Private Selection Spicy Roast Beef Sandwich (8.53 oz) — Best by 8/7–8/12 | UPC 11110678171 | AL, AR, GA, LA, MS, SC, TN, TX
- Spicy Jarlsberg Dip (10 oz) — Best by 8/7–8/15 | UPC 30223114826 | IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MO, NE, OH, TX, WV
- Spicy Pimento Cheese Dip (10 oz) — Best by 8/7–8/15 | UPC 30223116448 | IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MO, NE, OH, TX, WV
Stop & Shop / Hannaford
- Pico de Gallo Salsa (7 oz) — Best by 8/7–8/14 | UPC 688267575778 | MA, ME, NY
Target
- Taylor Farms Taco Dip (20 oz) — Best by 8/12–8/13 | UPC 30223073581 | FL, OH, TX
- Taylor Farms Mango Pico De Gallo (11 oz) — Best by 8/8–8/13 | UPC 30223073543 | OH, TX
- Taylor Farms Spicy Guacamole (13 oz) — Best by 8/7–8/13 | UPC 30223073574 | OH, TX
- Taylor Farms Pico de Gallo (16 oz) — Best by 8/7–8/14 | UPC 30223073536 | TX
- Taylor Farms Authentic Guacamole (13 oz) — Best by 8/7–8/12 | UPC 30223073567 | TX
Trader Joe’s
- Trader Joe’s Fiesta Style Salad Shrimp (11.11 oz) — Best by 8/7–8/12 | UPC 818377 | TX
Walmart
- Freshness Guaranteed Hot/Spicy Pico De Gallo (10 oz) — Best by 8/8–8/16 | UPC 681131276351 | FL, IL, LA, MN, NE, OK, WI
- Freshness Guaranteed Mild Pico De Gallo (10 oz) — Best by 8/8–8/16 | UPC 681131276344 | FL, IL, LA, MN, NE, OK, TX, WI
Whole Foods
- Salsa Fresca Medium (12 oz) — Best by 8/7–8/16 | UPC 30223075080 | IL, TX
- Pico de Gallo Mild (10 oz) — Best by 8/7–8/16 | UPC 30223075097 | IL, TX
- Pico de Gallo Spicy (10 oz) — Best by 8/7–8/16 | UPC 30223075608 | IL, TX
- Salsa Roja Medium (12 oz) — Best by 8/7–8/16 | UPC 30223075639 or 30223075646 | IL, TX
- Pineapple Mango Salsa Mild (10 oz) — Best by 8/7–8/14 | UPC 30223075653 | IL, TX
Label photos for all 20 products are available on the FDA’s website.
The Bigger Outbreak Picture
This recall is part of a larger FDA and CDC investigation into a multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to fresh jalapeños sourced from Sinaloa, Mexico. The same supply chain has been connected to illnesses at Chipotle and Qdoba locations. As of August 10, 345 confirmed cases and 36 hospitalizations have been reported — and public health officials note the true number of infections is almost certainly higher, as most Salmonella cases go unreported.
Taylor Farms says it has stopped sourcing jalapeños from the affected farm and is filling orders from alternative suppliers.
What to Do
Do not eat any of the recalled products. Throw them away immediately or return them to the point of purchase for a full refund.
If you’ve already consumed any of the affected products, monitor for Salmonella symptoms: fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Symptoms typically appear within 6 hours to 6 days of exposure. Salmonella can be more serious — and potentially fatal — for young children, elderly adults, and anyone with a weakened immune system.
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you are experiencing symptoms.
For questions about the recall, contact Taylor Fresh Foods customer care at 855-455-0098, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT.
The Bottom Line
Taylor Farms has recalled 20 ready-to-eat products sold at Walmart, Trader Joe’s, Target, Kroger, Whole Foods, Stop & Shop, and Hannaford across 26 states due to Salmonella-contaminated jalapeños. Check the full product list and UPC codes above. If you have any of these products, do not eat them — discard them immediately or return for a refund.
