DALLAS, TX — Taylor Farms is recalling H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chop Salad kits sold in Texas after discovering the products may contain undeclared soy and tree nuts. The recall covers 13.4-ounce bags with a best-by date of Oct. 30, 2026, and UPC code 041220300457.
Consumers who bought the affected salad kits are being told not to eat them. Taylor Farms says shoppers should either throw the product away or return it to the store for a full refund.
No illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported so far. The company says no other Taylor Farms products are part of the recall.
Which salad kits are included in the Texas recall
The recall applies to a specific H-E-B private-label salad kit sold at H-E-B stores across Texas. The product is the H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chop Salad in a 13.4-ounce bag.
Only packages marked with the best-by date of Oct. 30, 2026, and UPC 041220300457 are included. Taylor Farms said the recall does not extend to other products in its lineup.
That narrow scope matters for shoppers trying to check what is in their refrigerator or pantry. Anyone with the affected date and code should treat the bag as recalled and keep it away from anyone with food allergies.
Undeclared soy and almonds create the allergy risk
Taylor Farms said the salad kits may contain undeclared soy and tree nuts, specifically almonds. Those ingredients can be dangerous for people with allergies or sensitivities because they are major food allergens.
An unexpected exposure can lead to symptoms such as skin reactions, digestive upset, swelling, or trouble breathing. In severe cases, soy or tree nut exposure can trigger anaphylaxis, which requires immediate medical care.
Because the allergens were not declared on the label, the risk is greatest for consumers who rely on ingredient lists to avoid a reaction. Food recalls involving undeclared allergens often focus on that labeling failure rather than contamination of the food itself.
What consumers should do if they bought the product
Anyone who has the recalled salad kit should not eat it. Taylor Farms says the safest option is to dispose of the product or return it to the store for a full refund.
Shoppers who may have already served it to someone with a soy or tree nut allergy should watch for signs of a reaction. Severe symptoms can require emergency treatment, especially if breathing becomes difficult or swelling develops quickly.
Customers with questions can contact Taylor Farms Monday through Friday at 855-455-0098 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Pacific time. The company has not reported any adverse reactions linked to the salad kits.
Taylor Farms has faced broader food safety scrutiny this year
The recall comes after Taylor Farms was tied earlier this year to a major Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce processed by Taylor Farms de Mexico. That outbreak sickened thousands of people across the country.
This latest action is different because it involves an allergen labeling issue rather than a parasite outbreak. Still, it adds another food safety headline for a company that has already drawn national attention in 2026.
For consumers, the immediate concern is limited to the Texas-sold H-E-B salad kit with the exact best-by date and UPC listed in the recall. Health officials and food companies often urge shoppers to check package details carefully because small label differences can determine whether a product is affected.
How to check the package details before serving the salad
Shoppers who keep prepackaged salads on hand can confirm whether they have the recalled item by looking at the front or back of the bag for the product name, size, best-by date, and barcode number. The key details in this recall are the 13.4-ounce size, the Oct. 30, 2026, best-by date, and UPC 041220300457.
If any of those details do not match, the bag is not included in this recall notice. If they do match, the product should not be served or eaten by anyone, especially someone with a soy or tree nut allergy.
Consumers who are unsure about a package can also contact Taylor Farms directly during the company’s customer service hours for help identifying the product.
Why undeclared allergens can turn a routine dinner into a medical emergency
Undeclared allergens are one of the most serious labeling problems in packaged food because many people depend on labels to avoid dangerous reactions. A product may look harmless, but for someone with a known allergy, a missing ingredient warning can make it unsafe in seconds.
In this case, the concern centers on soy and almonds, both of which can trigger a range of symptoms from mild discomfort to severe breathing problems. That is why food recalls involving allergens often tell consumers to discard the product instead of trying to pick around the problem ingredients.
Taylor Farms says the recall is limited to the H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chop Salad kits sold in Texas, but the warning remains important for anyone who bought the exact package. The company says no adverse reactions have been reported, and customers can seek a refund if they return the product.
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