Taylor Farms Recall: Salsa, Guacamole Pulled Over Salmonella
This is for anyone who shops at Walmart, Target, Trader Joe’s, Kroger, Whole Foods, Hannaford, or Stop & Shop and has salsa, guacamole, or a refrigerated dip in the fridge right now. Taylor Fresh Foods just recalled a long list of prepared foods made with jalapenos. Here is exactly what is affected and what to do about it.
What Happened
Taylor Fresh Foods learned that its jalapeno supplier, Coast Citrus Distributors, was recalling fresh jalapenos over possible Salmonella contamination. Taylor immediately pulled every prepared food item made with those peppers.
The FDA and CDC traced the contamination to a grower in Sinaloa, Mexico. Taylor Fresh Foods says it has stopped buying from that farmer and is now sourcing jalapenos elsewhere.
This comes about three weeks after Taylor Farms recalled iceberg lettuce over a separate cyclospora outbreak. If you already checked your fridge for that one, it is worth checking again.
Where These Products Were Sold
The recalled items reached store shelves under several store brands, plus Taylor’s own labels. Here is the breakdown by retailer.
Walmart Freshness Guaranteed Hot Pico de Gallo, 10 oz, UPC 681131276351 Freshness Guaranteed Mild Pico de Gallo, 10 oz, UPC 681131276344
Target Spicy Guacamole, 13 oz, UPC 030223073574 Authentic Guacamole, 13 oz, UPC 030223073567 Taco Dip, 20 oz, UPC 030223073581
Trader Joe’s Fiesta Style Salad Shrimp, 11.11 oz, UPC 000000818377
Kroger Private Selection Spicy Roast Beef Sandwich, UPC 011110678171 Spicy Jarlsberg Dip, UPC 030223114826 Spicy Pimento Cheese Dip, UPC 030223116448
Stop & Shop and Hannaford Pico de Gallo Salsa, UPC 688267575778
Additional items were sold under Whole Foods and Hannaford private labels. If your household shops at any of these stores regularly, it is worth a quick fridge check even if you do not see your exact product listed above, since more items are included in the full FDA notice.
States Where These Products Shipped
Products went to retail distribution centers in 26 states: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Wisconsin, and West Virginia.
Living in one of these states does not mean every store received the recalled items. Checking the UPC and date code on your specific product is still the fastest way to know for sure.
What To Do If You Have One of These Products
Do not eat it. That is the simple version.
Check the UPC code and the best-if-used-by date against the list above. Affected dates run through August 16, 2026, depending on the product.
If it matches, throw it away or bring it back to the store for a refund. You do not need a receipt in most cases, and store staff are usually already aware of the recall.
Salmonella Symptoms to Watch For
Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems. Healthy adults typically get fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain within a day or two of eating contaminated food.
If you or someone in your household ate one of these products and is running a fever or has diarrhea that will not let up, call a doctor. This is especially important for kids, older adults, and anyone with a weakened immune system.
Why This Matters Right Now
Taylor Farms has now had two major recalls in about a month. The iceberg lettuce recall from July came from a different pathogen, cyclospora, but it is the same company and the same pattern: fresh produce, a wide retailer footprint, and a fast-moving list of affected products.
If you keep an eye on food recalls in general, our recent recall coverage is a good place to see what else has been flagged this month.
Quick FAQ
Is it safe to eat jarred or canned jalapenos? Yes. This recall involves fresh jalapenos used in refrigerated products. Pickled, canned, and cooked jalapenos are not part of this recall.
What if I already ate one of these products and feel fine? Taylor Fresh Foods has not confirmed illnesses tied directly to its finished products as of August 9. If you feel fine, there is no need to panic, but keep an eye out for symptoms over the next few days.
Does rinsing or cooking the product make it safe? No. If a product is on the recall list, throw it away rather than trying to rinse or cook it to be safe.
Bottom Line
Check your fridge for these specific products, especially if you shop at Walmart, Target, Trader Joe’s, Kroger, Whole Foods, Hannaford, or Stop & Shop. When in doubt, toss it or return it. This is one of those recalls where a two minute check is worth it.
Sources: FDA recall notice for Taylor Fresh Foods and Taylor Farms official product recall page.
