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Kroger Issues Recall for Deli Pasta Salads

In a significant move for public health, The Kroger Co. has announced a voluntary recall of two popular deli pasta salads due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The salads affected by this recall include the Basil Pesto Bowtie Salad and Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad. The recall comes after Kroger was notified by its supplier, Fresh Creative Foods, about the potential contamination linked to a common pasta ingredient sourced from Nate's Fine Foods based in Roseville, California.

The Affected Products and Availability

These two varieties of salads were sold across the Kroger Family of Stores, which includes banners such as Kroger, City Market, Dillons, and Ralphs, among others. Specifically, the salads can be found in multiple states, including California, Texas, and Georgia, at approximately 1,860 locations. The products were available both in full-service deli cases and in grab-and-go packages, making them easily accessible to numerous customers.

Product Details:

• - Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad

- UPC: 217573-10000
- Sold from September 6, 2025, to October 2, 2025
- Available in random weight at the deli service counter

• - Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad

- UPC: 227573-10000
- Sold from August 29, 2025, to October 2, 2025
- Available in random weight at the deli service counter

Kroger shoppers are advised to check their purchased items against the product codes above and to notice if their salads fall within the specified dates.

Health Risks of Listeria Monocytogenes

Listeria monocytogenes is a harmful bacteria that poses a serious health threat, particularly to vulnerable populations such as young children, elderly individuals, and those with weakened immune systems. While healthy individuals might experience only mild symptoms like fever and headache, the bacteria can cause severe conditions such as meningitis and septicemia. Additionally, pregnant women are at risk for miscarriages or stillbirths as a result of Listeria infection. At this time, there have been no reported illnesses associated with the recollected salads, although Kroger is exercising caution.

Next Steps for Consumers

Customers who have purchased the recalled pasta salads should not consume them and are urged to return these products to their nearest Kroger store for a complete refund or replacement. Kroger is actively contacting customers who may have bought these products through a notification system that includes register receipt tape messages and emails.

For any concerns or questions regarding this recall, customers can reach out to Kroger's customer service at 1-800-KROGERS, available Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 12 AM ET, and Saturday through Sunday from 8 AM to 9 PM ET.

Kroger’s Commitment to Safety

Kroger, committed to its purpose of Feeding the Human Spirit, emphasizes the importance of food safety and high-quality customer service. As part of their initiative to maintain safe food practices, the company continues to adjust its protocols and inform consumers about potential risks associated with its products. Kroger remains steadfast in creating communities free from hunger and waste, promoting health along with customer satisfaction.

For further updates and detailed product images, consumers may visit Kroger’s recall page. Keeping communication open about food safety helps protect consumers and build trust in food retailers.

Stay informed, stay safe, and always prioritize your health when it comes to food consumption.