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Whole Foods Recalls Jalapeño-Containing Salsas, Guacamole

8/16/2026

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Whole Foods recalled salsas, guacamole and prepared foods containing jalapeño peppers from Coast Citrus Distributors, sold in 12 states.
The FDA announced the recall on Aug. 12 for products dated Aug. 7–16.
No illnesses have been reported from the recalled Whole Foods items, while the broader jalapeño outbreak has sickened 345 people and hospitalized 36 across 27 states.

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Whole Foods recalled salsas, guacamole and prepared foods containing jalapeño peppers from Coast Citrus Distributors, sold in 12 states.
The FDA announced the recall on Aug. 12 for products dated Aug. 7–16.
No illnesses have been reported from the recalled Whole Foods items, while the broader jalapeño outbreak has sickened 345 people and hospitalized 36 across 27 states.