Washington, D.C., USA- January 13, 2020: FDA Sign at its headquarters in Washington DC. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or USFDA) is a federal agency of the USA.
Sprouts Farmers Market has issued a voluntary recall of select lots of their Gyro Family Kits following a notification from their supplier, Reser’s Fine Foods, Inc., about potential Salmonella contamination in the cucumbers used in the tzatziki sauce. The recall, initiated on December 6, 2024, affects products distributed to Sprouts stores across 24 states.
Product Details
The recalled items are identified as:
- Product Name: Gyro Family Kit
- UPC: 20594800000
- Use By Dates: 12/29/24 to 01/07/25
- Packaging: Plastic trays with clear plastic lids Distribution and Affected States
The potentially contaminated products were distributed to Sprouts stores in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, North Carolina, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and Wyoming.
Health Risks and Symptoms
Salmonella can pose serious health risks, particularly to vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals infected with Salmonella may experience:
- Fever
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
In severe cases, Salmonella infections can be fatal. As of the recall date, no illnesses related to the consumption of these products have been reported.
Consumer Advisory
Sprouts Farmers Market strongly urges customers who have purchased the affected Gyro Family Kits to:
- Refrain from consuming the product
- Dispose of the item or return it to the nearest Sprouts store for a full refund
Additionally, the FDA recommends thorough cleaning and sanitizing of any surfaces or containers that may have come into contact with the recalled products to prevent cross-contamination.
Ongoing Investigation
This recall is part of a broader investigation into a Salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers that has affected multiple states. The CDC reports that as of the latest update, 68 infections have been recorded across 19 states, with 18 hospitalizations.
Consumers with questions or concerns about this recall can contact Sprouts customer relations through their website at sprouts.com/contact. Anyone experiencing symptoms or health issues potentially related to Salmonella infection should consult their healthcare provider immediately.
