Published: 14:07 BST, 14 August 2026 | Updated: 22:20 BST, 14 August 2026
A recall of jalapenos that has forced several major retailers to pull dozens of products from their shelves has now hit Whole Foods.
The grocery store is recalling 43 products that contain the peppers sourced from Coast Citrus Distributors over concerns that they may be contaminated with salmonella, a bacteria that can cause a life-threatening illness.
This includes varieties of guacamoles, pico de gallos, salsas, dip trios and condiments for prepared foods.
The products were sold online and in stores in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Missouri, Kentucky and Ohio.
They have best-before and best-by dates ranging from August 7 to August 16, 2026.
A produce grower in Sinaloa, Mexico, that supplies products to Coast Citrus Distributors was identified as the potential source of this recall, as well as a multistate outbreak of salmonella.
No illnesses have been reported in connection with the Whole Foods Market recall, but the multistate outbreak being investigated by the FDA and CDC has identified 345 illnesses and 36 hospitalizations across 27 states.
Whole Foods Market is recalling 43 products that contain jalapenos sourced from Coast Citrus Distributors over concerns they may be contaminated with salmonella (file photo)
A full list of the most recently recalled products and identifying codes can be found in the latest investigation update.
Salmonella can cause diarrhea, fever, stomach cramps and dehydration – symptoms that require medical attention, particularly for children under five, adults over 65 and those with weakened immune systems.
The CDC estimates that Salmonella causes approximately 1.35 million infections, 26,500 hospitalizations, and 420 deaths in the US each year.
While most cases resolve with supportive care – primarily hydration and rest – the bacteria's ability to survive stomach acid and invade intestinal cells makes it a powerful pathogen.
In severe cases, the infection can escalate beyond the gastrointestinal tract.
When Salmonella enters the bloodstream, a condition known as bacteremia, it can travel to other parts of the body and cause secondary infections.
