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Is There a Recall on Romaine Lettuce Right Now?

No active romaine lettuce recalls as of October 27, 2026

No. As of October 27, 2026, there are no active romaine lettuce recalls from FDA and USDA (FSIS) in the last 90 days. The most recent romaine lettuce recall on record was Fresh Express Kit Salsa Ensalada Recall —… on February 7, 2024. Recall Watch re-checks the agency databases every hour; this page was last checked Oct 27, 2026, 9:01 AM ET.

· Sources: FDA and USDA (FSIS)

Most recent romaine lettuce recalls5 of 5

Also in the last 90 days: 1 recall of other products that list romaine lettuce as an ingredient or undeclared allergen (Taylor Fresh Foods Inc: Fiesta…). Not counted above.

What to do if you have romaine lettuce at home

Check the brand, "best if used by" date and growing region on the package against the list below. Throw recalled romaine away — washing does not remove E. coli. If you have bloody diarrhea or severe cramps after eating romaine, see a doctor and mention the recall.

Romaine-specific: only recalls that name romaine lettuce (whole heads, hearts, chopped romaine, Caesar kits). For iceberg, bagged mixes and all other lettuce, see the lettuce page.

All romaine lettuce recalls on record (5)

Fresh Express Kit Salsa Ensalada Recall — Listeria Contamination Risk

FDAFresh Express IncorpatedClass I

Kalera Baby Romaine Lettuce Recall — Salmonella Contamination

FDAKalera Public Limited CompanyClass I

Old Souls Farm Romaine Recall — Listeria monocytogenes

FDAOld Souls Farms LLCClass I

BrightFarms Mighty Romaine Recall — Salmonella Contamination Risk

FDABright FarmsClass I

FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Products Produced With Romaine From the Salinas, California, Growing Region

USDAMissa Bay LLCClass I
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Why romaine lettuce gets recalled

Of the 5 most recent romaine lettuce recalls, 4 named a pathogen. The rest were allergens (undeclared ingredients), foreign material, or labeling.

  • Listeria2 of 5 recalls

    Listeria monocytogenes grows at refrigerator temperatures and is most dangerous for pregnant women, newborns, adults 65+ and people with weakened immunity. Symptoms can take up to 70 days to appear.

  • Salmonella2 of 5 recalls

    Salmonella is the most common cause of food-borne illness in the US. Symptoms (fever, diarrhea, cramps) start 6 hours to 6 days after eating; most people recover without treatment, but children under 5 and older adults are at higher risk.

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a recall on romaine lettuce right now?

No. As of October 27, 2026, there are no active romaine lettuce recalls from FDA and USDA (FSIS) in the last 90 days. The most recent romaine lettuce recall on record was Fresh Express Kit Salsa Ensalada Recall —… on February 7, 2024. Recall Watch re-checks the agency databases every hour; this page was last checked Oct 27, 2026, 9:01 AM ET.

What should I do if I have recalled romaine lettuce?

Check the brand, "best if used by" date and growing region on the package against the list below. Throw recalled romaine away — washing does not remove E. coli. If you have bloody diarrhea or severe cramps after eating romaine, see a doctor and mention the recall.

How current is this romaine lettuce recall list?

Recall Watch pulls new notices from FDA and USDA (FSIS) every hour and republishes this page within the hour. It was last checked Oct 27, 2026, 9:01 AM ET. We count a recall as active for 90 days after it is issued, unless the agency closes it earlier. We hold 5 romaine lettuce recalls on record in total.

Is iceberg or bagged lettuce included here?

No. This page is romaine-only. Iceberg, leaf lettuce, spring mix and bagged salad kits are tracked on the lettuce recall page, which also includes romaine.

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