Taylor Fresh Foods Recalls Iceberg Lettuce Tied to Cyclospora Outbreak—What to Check in Your Fridge
Check your fridge now: Taylor Fresh Foods is recalling iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico because of a possible Cyclospora health risk. This recall is linked to a multistate Cyclospora outbreak investigated by FDA.
What to check right now
The fastest way to protect your family is to confirm whether you have the exact product named in the FDA recall notice.
- Product: Taylor Fresh Foods iceberg lettuce (sourced from central Mexico)
- Why: possible Cyclospora contamination
- Identifiers: Look at the package details listed by FDA (such as the specific labeling/identification information included in the recall notice). If your package matches the identifiers in the FDA notice, don’t eat it.
What to do if you have it
Follow the consumer instructions in the official FDA recall notice. In general, that means stopping use and either discarding and/or returning the product as instructed by FDA (and any refund steps the notice provides). If you’re unsure, compare your package to the identifiers in the notice before deciding what to do next.
Important: Don’t rely on washing to make recalled lettuce safe. If your lettuce matches the recall identifiers, the right next step is the one listed in the notice (discard and/or return).
Where it may have been distributed
Availability can vary by store and region, so it’s worth checking the distribution footprint listed by FDA for this Taylor Fresh Foods recall. The FDA notice includes the relevant states/regions and any retailer information provided—use that to guide how far you should expand your “check my pantry/fridge” sweep.
Kitchen-safety steps for families
If you’re disposing of the lettuce or returning it, treat it like it could have contaminated germs even if you’re not sure.
- Handle carefully while removing it. Put it directly into a trash bag (or the return container) to avoid splashing or drips on other foods.
- Clean hands after handling. Wash with soap and water.
- Clean and sanitize produce-contact surfaces. Any cutting board, sink area, countertop, or storage container that touched the recalled lettuce should be cleaned and sanitized according to your usual kitchen routine.
- Be cautious with nearby produce. If other items were stored or prepared right next to the recalled lettuce, handle them thoughtfully and avoid spreading drips or residue.
When to seek medical advice
Cyclospora illness can cause gastrointestinal symptoms. If you or someone in your household develops symptoms consistent with Cyclospora, follow the health guidance in the FDA/CDC outbreak-related materials and contact a healthcare professional for advice. Don’t try to self-diagnose—bring the recall/outbreak context to the appointment.
Where to track updates
Because food recall details can be expanded or refined, it’s smart to re-check the official hubs:
- FoodSafety.gov for recalls and outbreak updates
- The FDA recall notice and the related FDA outbreak investigation page for the most current official information
If you’d like a simple action plan: find the package, compare it to the FDA identifiers, then discard or return as directed. After that, clean up produce-contact areas and carry on with meal prep using safe ingredients.
