Taylor Farms of Dallas, Texas, recalled the H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chop Salad Kit because the product may contain undeclared soy and almonds. The Taylor Farms salad kit recall was announced after the allergens were found to be missing from the product label, creating a potential health risk for people with food allergies. No adverse reactions had been reported at the time of the announcement.
The salad kits recall concerns a specific product; no other Taylor Farms salad kits were yet identified as affected. Consumers should check the product’s UPC and best-if-used-by date before deciding whether their salad kit is affected.
Which Products Are Included in Taylor Farms Salad Kit Recall?
The Taylor Farms salad kit recall covers the following product distributed through H-E-B stores in Texas:
- Product name: H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chop Salad Kit
- Package size: 13.4 ounces
- UPC: 041220300457
- Best-if-used-by date: October 30, 2026
- Packaging: Plastic bag
Consumers can find the UPC and date on the package. Checking these identifiers can help shoppers distinguish the affected product from other salad kits.
Why Did The Taylor Farms Salad Kit Recall Happen?
The H-E-B backyard BBQ Chop Salad kit may contain soy and tree nuts, specifically almonds, that are not declared on its packaging. Soy and certain tree nuts are among the major food allergens recognized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). For people with these allergies, eating a product with an undeclared allergen can cause reactions ranging from mild symptoms to potentially life-threatening emergencies.
The missing food allergen labeling can create a risk of accidental allergen exposure, particularly for consumers who carefully check ingredient lists to avoid specific foods.
As of October 27, the company had not received reports of adverse reactions linked to the recalled product. However, to avoid the potential risk to people, the Taylor Farms salad kit recall was declared.
Is the Salad Kit Recall Related to the Cyclospora Outbreak?
The current Taylor Farms salad kit recall is separate from the Cyclospora outbreak associated with Taylor Farms products earlier in 2026, which was declared over in September.
Cyclospora is a parasite that can cause an intestinal illness known as cyclosporiasis. The earlier outbreak was linked to contaminated iceberg lettuce grown by Taylor Farms de Mexico and affected consumers across multiple states.
What Should Consumers Do Amid The Taylor Farms Recall?
Consumers who purchased the product affected in the Taylor Farms salad kit recall should not eat it. The recall notice provides two options:
- Dispose of the product: Do not consume the affected salad kit.
- Return it for a refund: Customers can take the product back to the store where they purchased it.
Consumers who need more information can contact Taylor Farms at 855-455-0098, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pacific Time.
People with known soy or almond allergies should take particular care to avoid the recalled product. Anyone who experiences serious allergic reaction symptoms after possible exposure should seek emergency medical care.
Consumers can also monitor official FDA food recalls and Taylor Farms recall announcements for updates about affected products and safety instructions.
