The U. S.
Food and Drug Administration has raised the recall of Salata Salad Kitchen Jalapeño Avocado Dressing to Class I, the agency's highest risk classification.
The upgrade was issued on September 29, 2026, according to federal regulator reports.
The product was distributed across Georgia, North Carolina, and Texas.
Health officials cited potential salmonella contamination tied to diced jalapeños used in the dressing.
A multistate salmonella outbreak investigation is currently underway by the agency.
Recall Scope and Product Details
The recall covers 1,724 cases of dressing shipped in 12.5-ounce plastic bottles with black caps and 1-gallon jugs.
All affected units bear UPC 8 50043-70646 5.
Manufacturer Salata Dressings of Houston initiated a voluntary recall on August 11, 2026.
The action followed the discovery of four lots of contaminated jalapeños used during production between July 8 and July 29, 2026.
Affected retail 12.5-ounce bottles carry best-by dates of November 5, 13, 18, or 25, 2026.
Specific batch codes range from 2628-106 through 2631-056 across the four designated best-by dates.
Symptoms and Consumer Guidance
Salmonella exposure causes symptoms such as watery diarrhea, severe abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, and fever, according to the U.
S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Symptoms typically appear six hours to six days after consuming contaminated food.
They generally resolve within four to seven days, though severe illness may require medical attention.
Consumers holding the affected product are instructed by the FDA to discard it immediately or return it to the point of purchase for a full refund.
The manufacturer is providing assistance to customers via email and telephone during standard weekday business hours.
