Texas — Shoppers who recently purchased a bagged salad kit from H-E-B are being urged to check their refrigerators after Taylor Farms issued a voluntary recall over undeclared allergens that could trigger serious allergic reactions.
The recall involves the H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chop Salad Kit, which may contain soy and tree nuts, specifically almonds, that were not properly declared on the product label. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the recall on October 27, 2026.
According to the company announcement, the affected salad kits were distributed to H-E-B stores across Texas. Although no adverse reactions had been reported at the time of the announcement, the company warned that consuming the product could pose a health risk to people with soy or almond allergies.
Which Taylor Farms Salad Kit Has Been Recalled?
The recall specifically affects the 13.4-ounce H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chop Salad Kit packaged in plastic bags.
Consumers should check the product information carefully before preparing or eating any salad kit purchased from H-E-B.
The affected product details include:
- Product: H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chop Salad Kit
- Company: Taylor Farms
- Package size: 13.4 ounces
- Best-by date: October 30, 2026
- UPC: 041220300457
- Packaging: Plastic bag
- Distribution: H-E-B stores in Texas
The UPC and best-by date are important identifiers for shoppers trying to determine whether they have the recalled product.
Consumers should not assume that the salad is safe simply because the packaging appears normal or the product has been stored properly.
Why Was the H-E-B Salad Kit Recalled?
According to the FDA announcement, Taylor Farms initiated the voluntary recall because the affected salad kits may contain undeclared soy and tree nuts, specifically almonds.
Food manufacturers are required to properly identify major food allergens on product labels so consumers can make informed decisions about what they eat.
When an allergen is missing from the ingredient declaration or other required labeling information, people with food allergies may unknowingly consume something that could trigger a reaction.
The company specifically warned that people sensitive or allergic to soy and almonds could experience a serious adverse reaction if they eat the affected product.
At the time of the announcement, no adverse reactions had been reported in connection with the recalled salad kits.
Who Could Be at Risk From the Recalled Salad?
The recall is particularly important for people who have diagnosed allergies or sensitivities to soy or almonds.
Food allergic reactions can vary from mild symptoms to potentially life-threatening emergencies. Depending on the individual, symptoms may include:
- Hives, itching or skin irritation
- Swelling of the lips, tongue or throat
- Stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
- Difficulty breathing or wheezing
- Dizziness or a sudden drop in blood pressure
A severe allergic reaction known as anaphylaxis requires immediate medical attention.
People who do not have these allergies may not face the same allergen-related risk, but the recalled product should still not be consumed because of the labeling issue.
What Should Consumers Do With the Recalled Salad?
Consumers who purchased the affected H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chop Salad Kit should not eat the product.
According to the recall announcement, customers can either dispose of the affected salad kit or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Shoppers should check the UPC number and best-by date before taking action. If both match the recall information, they should avoid preparing or serving the salad.
Consumers should also make sure that anyone else in their household who might use the product knows about the recall.
For additional questions, Taylor Farms has provided a customer contact number:
Taylor Farms Consumer Contact: (855) 455-0098
Consumers can call on weekdays for further information about the recall.
Taylor Farms Previously Faced Other Food Recalls
The latest salad kit recall follows other food safety actions involving Taylor Farms products earlier in 2026.
On July 17, the company announced a recall involving iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico after shredded iceberg lettuce was linked to a Cyclospora outbreak.
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The outbreak was later declared over by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on September 11. The agency confirmed 12,883 cases across 21 states, making it the largest recorded outbreak of cyclosporiasis in the United States.
The CDC subsequently stated that contaminated lettuce was no longer available in stores or restaurants and that there was no longer a risk of people becoming sick from that source.
Taylor Farms founder and CEO Bruce Taylor said in an October 8 statement that the company was indefinitely suspending the sourcing of iceberg lettuce from central Mexico for U.S. sales during the CDC-identified Cyclospora season.
The company also announced expanded health monitoring and crop testing efforts in central Mexico, along with research into improved detection methods and participation in a task force focused on prevention measures.
Another separate recall involving Taylor Farms products containing jalapeños was announced in August following a Salmonella contamination concern linked to products from Coast Citrus Distributors. The CDC has since declared that outbreak over.
What Shoppers Should Know About the Latest Recall
The October 27 recall is limited to the specified H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chop Salad Kit distributed to Texas stores. It is separate from the earlier lettuce and jalapeño-related recalls.
For shoppers, the most important details are the 13.4-ounce package size, UPC 041220300457 and October 30, 2026, best-by date.
Consumers who find the affected product should avoid eating it and follow the company’s refund or disposal instructions.
Have you purchased the H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chop Salad Kit recently? Check your refrigerator and share this recall warning with friends and family in Texas, especially anyone with soy or almond allergies. Let us know in the comments if you found the affected product.
