FDA Flags Listeria Risk in Kroger Deli Salads Sold in Michigan

If you are thinking about a pasta salad for lunch or dinner tonight, you may actually want to check your fridges, as a major recall is hitting the shelves right now here in the state of Michigan.

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A mult-state listeria outbreak has been linked back to this recall, so if you grabbed a Grab-n-Go case from the fridge, you should check out some of the information.

What Product is Involved

The Kroger brand of Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad as well as the Smoked Mozzarella Penne salad, have been included in the recall. The pesto bowtie salad was sold both at the deli counter as well as in the Grab-n-Go packs from September 6 through October 2, 2025.

The UPCs affected by the recall are:

• 217573-10000
• 217573-20000

The smoked mozzarella penne salad was also sold at deli counters and packaged from August 29, 2025, and was available in Michigan stores during that time.

Why is it Important?

The FDA made it clear, this recall is a part of an ongoing listeria outbreak, connected to pasta used in ready-to-eat products. Listeria isn't just an average stomach bug. Symptoms can include fever, headache, balance issues, confusion, and even seizures in some severe cases.

Listeria can be especially more dangerous for older adults, pregnant individuals, or those with a weakened immune system.

What You Should Do If You Have the Product

You should immediately throw the food away if you think you have the affected product, or return it to Kroger for a full refund. For extra precaution, you should clean any shelves, containers, or utensils that have touched the food to avoid cross-contamination. You can also call your doctor if you think you ate the affected products.

You can see if you have the recalled product, based off the information below.

• Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad — deli or Grab-n-Go, sold 9/6–10/2/25, UPCs 217573-10000, 217573-20000
• Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad — deli or packaged, sold starting 8/29/25

The FDA and CDC are currently monitoring this product, and watching any potential issues related to the product.