• FDA issued the highest-level recall for Salata Jalapeño Avocado Dressing on September 29 due to potential salmonella contamination in jalapeños linked to multistate outbreak investigation.
  • 1,724 cases of dressing in 12-ounce bottles and 1-gallon jugs distributed across Georgia, North Carolina, and Texas were affected, with specific batch numbers and best-by dates identified.
  • Salmonella symptoms appear within 6 hours to 6 days and include diarrhea, stomach cramps, and vomiting; consumers should discard dressing, monitor health, and contact provider if symptoms develop.

On September 29, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a Class I recall designation, its highest risk level, for Salata Salad Kitchen Jalapeño Avocado Dressing, which was distributed in Georgia, North Carolina, and Texas.

The salad dressing was first voluntarily recalled by its manufacturer, Salata Dressings of Houston, on August 11, because it contains diced jalapeños that could be contaminated with salmonella. The jalapeños in question may be linked to a multistate outbreak of salmonella infections that is under FDA investigation.

Sold both to consumers and to foodservice customers, 1,724 cases of dressing are affected. The FDA states that it issues a Class I recall when there is a reasonable probability that using a product, or being exposed to it, will cause serious medical problems.

Recalled salad dressing

The dressing is packaged two different ways: The recall includes two product sizes, both with UPC 8 50043-70646 5.

12.5-ounce plastic bottles with black caps

Check the top of the label for best-by dates of November 5, 13, 18 or 25, 2026. The affected batch numbers are:

  • 2628-106–2628-111 (Best by 11/5/26)
  • 2629-114–2629-118 (Best by 11/13/26)
  • 2630-039–2630-041 (Best by 11/18/26)
  • 2631-050–2631-056 (Best by 11/25/26)

1-gallon jugs (shipped four per case)

The affected batch numbers are:

  • 2628-126–2628-143 (Mfg. 7/8/26; Expires 10/6/26)
  • 2629-130–2629-145 (Mfg. 7/16/26; Expires 10/14/26)
  • 2630-045–2630-060 (Mfg. 7/21/26; Expires 10/20/26)
  • 2631-062–2631-076 (Mfg. 7/28/26; Expires 10/26/26)

Salata Dressings received four lots of potentially contaminated jalapeños, which were put into the dressing during production from July 8, 2026, to July 29, 2026.

What are the symptoms of salmonella infection?

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, you’ll start feeling sick from six hours to six days after eating contaminated food.

Signs to watch for include:

  • Watery diarrhea that might have blood or mucus
  • Stomach cramps, sometimes severe
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Vomiting

You’ll usually feel better after four days to a week. Call your doctor if your symptoms last longer, or if you experience any of these signs, which could indicate serious complications:

  • Diarrhea or vomiting longer than 2 days
  • Blood in your poop or pee
  • Fever higher than 102°F
  • Dehydration

What to do if you have the recalled salad dressing

Don’t eat it. If you have already consumed the dressing, monitor yourself for symptoms. Also, wash and sanitize any containers, utensils, or surfaces that came into contact with the dressing.

You can either throw the dressing away or take it back to the store you bought it from for a refund. If you have questions, contact Salata Dressings by email at [email protected], or call the company at 281-881-4785, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.