Food safety officials have issued an urgent product recall for a popular ready-to-eat salad kit found in British supermarkets. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has alerted consumers that specific batches of the Taylor Farms Honey Balsamic Salad Kit contain hazelnuts which are not declared on the label.
This omission presents a significant health risk to individuals with an allergy to nuts. The affected product has a use-by date of 28 February 2024.
What You Need to Know
The recall affects the 240g salad kit, which includes a mix of lettuce, cabbage, carrots, and a honey balsamic dressing pouch. The error was discovered during routine checks, prompting the immediate withdrawal of the product from store shelves.
If you have purchased this product, do not consume it. Instead, return it to the store from which it was bought for a full refund. No receipt is necessary.
Official Advice from the FSA
The FSA's statement is clear: "This product contains hazelnuts making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to nuts. The product is being recalled from customers and all remaining stock has been removed from supermarkets."
This incident highlights the critical importance of accurate food labelling and the swift action taken by regulators and retailers to protect public health. Customers with any concerns are advised to contact Taylor Farms directly for further information.
