Trader Joe's Southwest Salad Recall: L. mono Contamination Risk

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Recalling firmTrader Joe's Company800 S Shamrock Ave, N/A · Monrovia, CA 91016-6346

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What happened, in plain English

Trader Joe's is recalling its Southwest Salad (SKU 56077) because it may contain L. mono, a foodborne pathogen. This could cause illness if eaten, so affected consumers should stop using the product if it's expired.

Why it’s dangerous

L. mono is a type of bacteria that can cause food poisoning. If the salad is contaminated, eating it could lead to illness, but the risk is low if the product is consumed before the expiration date.

Who’s affected

Anyone who purchased Trader Joe's Southwest Salad (SKU 56077) with a Best By date of October 26, 2023, or earlier. People who eat the product after the expiration date are at higher risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the SKU 56077 label on the product. The Best By date is October 26, 2023, and the product expires by February 11, 2024.

Brand
Trader Joe's
Category
Food

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Expiration Date
Look for the Best By date on the product label, which is October 26, 2023.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to eat?

The product may contain L. mono, a foodborne pathogen, so it's not safe to eat after the expiration date.

What should I do if I have this product?

If the product is expired, stop using it and discard it. The remedy is not stated in the recall notice.

How can I tell if this product is recalled?

Check for the SKU 56077 label and the Best By date of October 26, 2023.

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Subject: Recall F-1071-2024 — Trader Joe's Trader Joe's

Hello,

I own a Trader Joe's that is covered by recall F-1071-2024 from Trader Joe's.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #F-1071-2024 (February 7, 2024) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-1071-2024 to see it in context.
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