Three different companies’ products have been pulled from shelves in the past four days due to concerns about salmonella contamination.
Why It Matters
Salmonella causes symptoms from diarrhea and fever to severe, sometimes life-threatening infections in vulnerable groups. U.S. consumers are being urged to thoroughly inspect their deli, salad, and produce purchases, as healthy individuals are at risk.
The widespread nature of both the distribution and consumption of these products underscores the importance of rapid response and cross-state coordination to contain foodborne outbreaks and protect public health.
What To Know
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced voluntary recalls this week on products made and distributed by Supreme Service Solutions, The Coastal Companies, and Isabelle’s Kitchen Inc.
Products withdrawn include fresh cucumbers, salads, salsas, and vegetable trays that were sold to supermarket chains, food service distributors, and local grocers, with official notices warning consumers not to eat, sell, or serve any affected items.
Full List of Recalled Products
FDA
The Coastal Companies
The Coastal Companies has recalled cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers, Inc. and distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales, Inc. due to the potential for salmonella contamination. These products were distributed by East Coast Fresh in Laurel and Hearn Kirkwood in Jessup, both in Maryland.
Products were then distributed to Washington, D.C., and the following states between May 6 and 21: Ohio, Virginia, Michigan, West Virginia, Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Vermont, and North Carolina.
To date, no illnesses related to The Coastal Companies’ products have been reported.
The FDA stated that the Bedner’s Farm cucumber recall is associated with 26 illnesses in 15 states. No other products distributed by The Coastal Companies are being recalled.
The affected items are as follows:
- East Coast Fresh Fresh Mild Salsa, 1/16 OZ, UPC 640344010282
- East Coast Fresh Fresh Mild Salsa, 1/16 OZ, UPC 640344012781
- TOPS Salsa HOT TOPS (E), 1/16 OZ, UPC 070784034140
- TOPS Fresh Salsa 1lb CUP, 1/16 OZ, UPC 070784033846
- Wellsley Farms Mild Salsa, 1/30 OZ, UPC 888670065808
- WEIS Salsa Mild, 1/16 OZ, UPC 041497075959
- AHOLD Salsa HOT, 1/16 OZ, UPC 688267031953
- AHOLD Salsa 1#-AHOLD, UPC 688267032523
- East Coast Fresh SALSA RETAIL 1# CUP, 1/16 OZ, UPC 640344069624
- Jack and Olive The House Salad, 1/8 OZ, UPC 766375251385
- Created Fresh The House Salad, 1/8 OZ, UPC 766375241973
- Spring and Sprout The House Salad, 1/8 OZ, UPC 766375737018
- Created Fresh Mini Garden Salad, 1/5.2 OZ, UPC 766375241607
- Created Fresh Chicken Salad on Everything Ficelle, 1/5.76 OZ, UPC 766375261681
- Created Fresh Egg Salad on Everything Ficelle, 1/5.76 OZ, UPC 766375261698
- Created Fresh Tuna Salad on Everything Ficelle, 1/5.76 OZ, UPC 766375261674
- Created Fresh Southwestern Breakfast Bowl, 1/11.25 OZ, UPC 766375253044
Isabelle’s Kitchen Inc.
Isabelle’s Kitchen, Inc., headquartered in Harleysville, Pennsylvania, is recalling 946 cases of refrigerated deli salads containing fresh cucumbers that Bedner Growers, Inc., previously recalled.
The recalled refrigerated deli salads were sold to food service distributors in the following states: New Hampshire, Florida, Maryland, South Carolina, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Virginia, as well as local supermarkets.
The product is packed in a white plastic container inside a white or brown corrugated box under the brand names “Isabelle’s Kitchen,” “Maple Avenue Foods,” or “Kings.”
No known illnesses have been reported in association with the recalled products. All raw cucumbers are washed and treated during the processing stage.
Only products listed below are being recalled. No other items manufactured by Isabelle’s Kitchen, Inc. are impacted.
No known illnesses have been reported to date.
- Kings Kings Greek Pasta Salad: Use by June 1
- IKI Greek Pasta Salad: Use by June 1 or 2,
- MAF Mediterranean Pasta Salad: Use by May 30 or 31
- MAF Crunchy Wheatberry Salad: Use by June 1, 2025
- MAF Quinoa Tabouli: Use by May 30 or 31
- Powerhouse Wheatberry Salad Kit: Use between May 27 and 29
Supreme Service Solutions LLC (Supreme Produce)
Supreme Service Solutions LLC, which does business as Supreme Produce, has recalled items purchased from Bedner Growers Inc. (purchased from Kroger and its affiliates).
They were distributed to the following states: Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Missouri, Mississippi, Arkansas and Michigan between May 8 and 21.
There have been no reported illnesses or consumer complaints to date.
- Cucumber Bowl with Ranch Dip, UPC 850054894519
- Cucumber Slices with Tajin, UPC 850053685699
- Fruit and Veg Tray, UPC 850065403748
- Cucumber Carrot Ranch Pack, UPC 850065403557
- Large Vegetable Tray, UPC 850054894571
- Vegetable Bowl $5, UPC 850065403380
- Vegetable Bowl $10, UPC 860010507131
- Vegetable Ranch Tray No Dip Small, UPC 850054894335
- Chef Salad, UPC 850065403328
- Family Cobb Salad, UPC 850054894625
- Individual Garden Salad, UPC 850054894618
- Individual Greek Salad, UPC 850054894649
- Family Garden Salad, UPC 850054894601
- Individual Cobb Salad, UPC 850054894632
- Southwest Salad, UPC 850065403069
- Cucumber with Ranch Snack Cup, UPC 850065403144
Salmonella symptoms can include diarrhea, fever, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain, with a greater risk of severe complications for children, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems.
What People Are Saying
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, on Friday: “If you have cucumbers at home and can’t tell where they are from, throw them away. When eating out over the next week, ask if cucumbers were from Bedner Growers or Fresh Start Produce Sales Inc. Wash surfaces and items that may have touched the cucumbers using hot soapy water or a dishwasher.”
What Happens Next
The FDA and CDC are continuing their investigations into the salmonella outbreak and monitoring any potential rise in illnesses. Companies are advising further product checks and reinforced sanitation in distribution channels.
Consumers, retailers, and wholesalers were directed not to return affected items; instead, they were told to destroy or discard them. Each manufacturer set up consumer hotlines and email contacts for inquiries related to the recall.
All companies involved have stated they are cooperating with the FDA and other health officials to address public safety concerns.
