Salad Dressing Recall: What to Know About the Salata Jalapeño Avocado Dressing
Updated: October 4, 2026
The salad dressing recall you may be seeing in the news involves Salata Salad Kitchen Jalapeño Avocado Dressing, made by Salata Dressings, LLC of Houston. The company recalled the dressing in August because diced jalapeños used to make it may have been contaminated with Salmonella. On September 29, 2026, the FDA classified the recall as Class I, its most serious risk level.
No illnesses have been reported in connection with the dressing itself, according to the recall notice. But the bottles carry best-by dates into late November 2026, so some may still be in refrigerators. If you live in Texas, Georgia or North Carolina, or you buy dressing for a restaurant, it’s worth checking.
What salad dressing was recalled?
Salata Salad Kitchen Jalapeño Avocado Dressing, in 12.5 fl. oz. retail bottles (UPC 8 50043-70646 5) and 1-gallon foodservice jugs. It was recalled because the jalapeños used as an ingredient may carry Salmonella. Affected products were distributed in Texas, Georgia and North Carolina.
What Salad Dressing Was Recalled?
- Product: Salata Salad Kitchen Jalapeño Avocado Dressing
- Manufacturer: Salata Dressings, LLC, Houston, Texas
- Type: Refrigerated salad dressing
- Retail size: 12.5 fl. oz. plastic bottle with a black cap (the company’s August notice describes it as a 12 oz bottle)
- Foodservice size: 1-gallon jugs, shipped four per case
- Retail UPC: 8 50043-70646 5
- States listed in the Class I report: Texas, Georgia, North Carolina
- Reason: Potential Salmonella contamination from diced jalapeños used as an ingredient
According to reports on the FDA’s enforcement report, the recall covers about 1,724 cases in total.
Why Was the Salad Dressing Recalled?
The dressing was made with diced jalapeños linked to a recall of fresh jalapeños grown in Sinaloa, Mexico, and distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors. Those jalapeños were connected to a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Javiana investigated by the FDA and CDC.
There are three separate things here:
- The jalapeño recall: the original fresh jalapeños, which the FDA says are no longer for sale and are past their shelf life.
- The outbreak investigation: the illnesses that the FDA and CDC traced back to those jalapeños.
- The dressing recall: a follow-on recall of a product made with them.
The dressing was recalled as a precaution because of its ingredient. Officials have not said the dressing caused any of the outbreak illnesses.
How to Check If You Have the Recalled Dressing
Check the label against these details.
Retail bottles
- Size: 12.5 fl. oz. (12 oz) bottle, black cap
- UPC: 8 50043-70646 5
- Best-by dates: November 5, November 13, November 18 or November 25, 2026
- Production window: made between July 8 and July 29, 2026, according to the company’s notice. Production codes are printed on the top of the label.
Foodservice jugs
- Size: 1-gallon jugs, four per case
- Best-by dates: October 6, 14, 20 and 26, 2026, as reported from the FDA’s recall classification
If your product matches the name and either a listed best-by date or the UPC, treat it as recalled. If you aren’t sure whether a batch code on your bottle is included, contact the company (details below) before using it.
Where Was the Recalled Dressing Sold?
The company’s original August 11, 2026 notice, posted by the FDA, said the bottles were sold at H-E-B grocery stores in Texas between July 13 and August 5, 2026.
When the FDA classified the recall on September 29, the listed distribution included Texas, Georgia and North Carolina, and covered 1-gallon foodservice jugs as well as retail bottles. That means the dressing may also have been served at restaurants or other foodservice businesses. The specific foodservice customers haven’t been made public.
There’s no indication the dressing was distributed nationwide.
What Should You Do If You Have the Recalled Dressing?
Based on the recall notice:
- Don’t eat it or serve it to anyone.
- Return it for a refund. The company’s notice tells consumers to return the dressing to the place of purchase for a full refund. If returning it isn’t practical, throw it away securely so no one else eats it.
- Clean anything it touched. Wash and sanitize shelves, containers, utensils and countertops that came into contact with the dressing.
- Wash your hands after handling the bottle.
The FDA notice lists the company contact as 281-881-4785 (Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) or inquiries@growfoodpacking.com.
Restaurants and foodservice operators should check stock for the 1-gallon jugs and remove any affected product.
What Are the Symptoms of Salmonella?
According to the CDC, most people infected with Salmonella develop:
- Diarrhea, which can be bloody
- Fever
- Stomach cramps
Nausea, vomiting and headache can also occur. Symptoms usually start 6 hours to 6 days after infection and typically last 4 to 7 days. Most people recover without specific treatment.
Contact a healthcare provider if you have:
- Diarrhea and a fever above 102°F
- Diarrhea for more than 3 days that isn’t improving
- Bloody diarrhea
- So much vomiting that you can’t keep liquids down
- Signs of dehydration, such as passing very little urine, a dry mouth and throat, or dizziness when standing up
Children under 5, adults 65 and older, and people with weakened immune systems are more likely to have severe illness. For general prevention tips, see our guide to Salmonella food safety.
This is general public-health information. If you’re worried about symptoms, contact a healthcare provider.
Has Anyone Become Sick From the Recalled Dressing?
No illnesses have been reported in connection with the Salata dressing, according to the company’s recall notice.
The broader outbreak linked to the recalled jalapeños is a separate matter. The CDC’s final update on October 2, 2026 reported:
- 488 illnesses
- 65 hospitalizations
- 0 deaths
- 34 states
These figures are for the whole jalapeño outbreak. They are not illnesses caused by the dressing, and officials haven’t linked any of these cases to it.
What Does a Class I Recall Mean?
The FDA uses three recall classes. Class I is the most serious. It means there is a reasonable probability that using or being exposed to the product could cause serious health problems or death.
A Class I label is about the potential seriousness of the hazard. It doesn’t mean every bottle is contaminated or that everyone who ate the dressing will get sick. It’s a signal to take the recall seriously and stop using the product.
Is the Salad Dressing Recall Still Relevant?
Yes. On October 2, 2026, the CDC and FDA declared the jalapeño Salmonella outbreak over. Health officials are no longer seeing new illnesses linked to it.
The dressing recall still matters, though, for two reasons:
- Best-by dates haven’t passed yet. The retail bottles carry dates through November 25, 2026, and the foodservice jugs through October 26, 2026.
- The FDA still wants people to check. It says some products made with the recalled jalapeños have longer shelf lives, and that consumers should check their homes and throw away recalled products or return them for a refund.
You can find other active recalls in our roundup of the latest food recalls.
What Consumers Should Know About Food Recalls
To confirm whether a product is recalled, check:
- The FDA’s recalls page, which posts company announcements
- CDC outbreak notices, when illnesses are involved
- The manufacturer’s or retailer’s website, which may have extra product details
Our guide on how to check food recalls walks through each step. Recalls in recent weeks, such as the Sierra Nevada cheese recall, are a reminder that products with longer shelf lives can stay in refrigerators well after a recall is announced.
12. FAQ section
What salad dressing is being recalled?
Salata Salad Kitchen Jalapeño Avocado Dressing, in 12.5 fl. oz. bottles (UPC 8 50043-70646 5) and 1-gallon foodservice jugs.
Why was the Salata dressing recalled?
The diced jalapeños used to make it may have been contaminated with Salmonella. They were linked to a recall of jalapeños from Sinaloa, Mexico.
What states were affected by the salad dressing recall?
Texas, Georgia and North Carolina. The retail bottles were sold at H-E-B stores in Texas.
How do I know if my dressing is recalled?
Check for the UPC on the bottle, and for best-by dates of November 5, 13, 18 or 25, 2026. For foodservice jugs, the dates are October 6, 14, 20 and 26, 2026.
What should I do with recalled salad dressing?
Don’t eat it. Return it to the store for a full refund, or throw it away, then clean anything it touched.
Is the Salmonella outbreak still ongoing?
No. The CDC declared it over on October 2, 2026. You should still check your refrigerator, because recalled dressing may not have reached its best-by date.
What does a Class I recall mean?
It’s the FDA’s most serious category. It means there’s a reasonable probability the product could cause serious health problems or death.
21. Sources
- FDA: Recall of Jalapeño Avocado Dressing Because of Possible Health Risk (company announcement, August 11, 2026), on the product, best-by dates, production window, H-E-B distribution, no reported illnesses, refund instructions and contact details
- FDA: Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella: Jalapeño (August 2026), on the outbreak being over, the final counts, Coast Citrus Distributors and the advice to check homes for longer-shelf-life products
- CDC: Salmonella Outbreak Investigation Update, August 2026, on the final update of October 2, 2026: 488 illnesses, 65 hospitalizations, no deaths, 34 states
- Newsweek: Salad Dressing Recall Update in Three States as FDA Sets Highest Risk Level, on the Class I date, three states, jug sizes and the August 6 start date
- People via AOL: Salad Dressing Recall Classified at FDA’s Highest Warning Level, on the UPC and the 1,724 cases
- Sunday Guardian: Salad Dressing Recall, on the 1-gallon jug best-by dates
- CDC: Salmonella signs and symptoms, used for the symptom timing and when-to-seek-care guidance (standard CDC guidance; not re-checked today)
