RECALL ALERT: USDA recalls ready-to-eat salads sold at Kroger over undeclared allergen

Ready-to-eat salads with chicken made by Caito Foods LLC and sold at Kroger are under a product recall because of undeclared allergens, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service.

The salads contain soy, a known allergen, which was not listed on the product labels. The salads were produced May 12 through May 15 by Caito, based in Indianapolis.

The following products are subject to recall:

  • 13.5-oz. plastic square bowl packages containing "Greek Salad with Chicken with Chicken Breast & Red Wine Olive Oil Vinaigrette Dressing" and sell by dates ranging from 05/18/19 through 05/21/19 on the label.
  • 11.25-oz. plastic square bowl packages containing "Tuscan Style Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken With Grilled White Chicken Tossed In Pesto" and sell by dates ranging from 05/18/19 through 05/21/19 on the label.

The salads subject to recall have “P-39985” inside the USDA inspection mark. These items were shipped to Kroger in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and Illinois.

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions. Anyone concerned about an illness should contact a healthcare provider, the USDA stated.

Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Caito Foods LLC’s Consumer Feedback Line at (844) 467-7278.

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