Why did Kroger recall Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad and Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad?

The pasta ingredient supplied by Nate’s Fine Foods may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, so Kroger issued a voluntary recall as a safety precaution.

How do I confirm my Kroger Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad is part of the 2025 recall?

Match the UPC (217573-10000 or 217573-20000) and confirm the “Sold On” date is between 09/06/2025 and 10/02/2025. If both criteria match, your product is recalled.

Which states received the recalled Kroger Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad?

The salad was distributed to 28 states, including Alaska, California, Colorado, Georgia, Ohio, Texas and Washington.

Can I get a refund for my recalled Kroger deli pasta salad?

Yes. Bring the product back to any Kroger-banner store for a full refund or replacement—no receipt is needed.

Have any illnesses been linked to the Kroger pasta salad Listeria recall?

No illnesses or injuries had been reported to Kroger or the FDA as of the 10/04/2025 recall announcement.

What should I do if I already ate the recalled Kroger Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad?

Monitor yourself for Listeria symptoms—high fever, severe headache, nausea, abdominal pain or diarrhea—for up to 70 days. Seek medical attention if symptoms appear.

FDA Recall: Kroger, Baker’s, City Market, Dillons, Fred Meyer, Fry’s, Gerbes, King Soopers, Payless, Ralphs and Smith’s

Source: FDA

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FDA Recall: Kroger, Baker’s, City Market, Dillons, Fred Meyer, Fry’s, Gerbes, King Soopers, Payless, Ralphs and Smith’s

Kroger, Baker’s, City Market, Dillons, Fred Meyer, Fry’s, Gerbes, King Soopers, Payless, Ralphs and Smith’s • October 09, 2025

Kroger Listeria Recall 2025: Basil Pesto Bowtie & Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salads

Urgent consumer alert: Kroger has voluntarily recalled two deli pasta salads in 28 states because the pasta ingredient may contain Listeria monocytogenes. Use the details below to see whether your purchase is affected and learn how to get a full refund.

Products Included in the 2025 Kroger Pasta Salad Recall

Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad
Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad

Store Banners That Sold the Recalled Salads

The items were offered from deli full-service and grab-and-go cases at 1,860 locations operating under these banners:

Kroger
Baker’s
City Market
Dillons
Fred Meyer
Fry’s
Gerbes
King Soopers
Payless
Ralphs
Smith’s

UPC Codes, Pack Dates & “Sold On” Windows

Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad — UPC 217573-10000 (deli counter) / 217573-20000 (grab-and-go)
Sold between 09/06/2025 and 10/02/2025
Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad — UPC 227573-10000 (both packaging types)
Sold between 08/29/2025 and 10/02/2025

States Where the Recalled Kroger Salads Were Distributed

AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MO, MS, MT, NE, NM, NV, OH, OR, SC, TN, TX, UT, WA, WV

Reason for the Recall

Supplier Fresh Creative Foods notified Kroger that bowtie and penne pasta from Nate’s Fine Foods could be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Although no illnesses have been confirmed, Listeria can cause severe or fatal infections—especially in young children, older adults, those with weakened immune systems and pregnant people.

What to Do If You Purchased the Recalled Salads

Do not consume the affected Basil Pesto Bowtie or Smoked Mozzarella Penne salads.
Return or discard the product. Customers may bring it back to any Kroger banner store for a full refund or replacement.
Call Kroger at 1-800-KROGERS for questions (Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–12 a.m. ET; Sat–Sun 8 a.m.–9 p.m. ET).
If you experience high fever, severe headache, nausea, abdominal pain or diarrhea after eating the salad, contact a healthcare provider immediately.

Sources

Official Images From the FDA Recall Notice

Smith’s Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad package — Source: FDA

Smith’s Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad label close-up — Source: FDA

King Soopers Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad package — Source: FDA

King Soopers Basil Pesto Bowtie Salad label close-up — Source: FDA

Kroger Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad package — Source: FDA

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Kroger recall Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad and Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad?: The pasta ingredient supplied by Nate’s Fine Foods may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, so Kroger issued a voluntary recall as a safety precaution.
How do I confirm my Kroger Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad is part of the 2025 recall?: Check the UPC (217573-10000 or 217573-20000) and ensure the “Sold On” date falls between 09/06/2025 and 10/02/2025. If both match, your product is recalled.
Which states received the recalled Kroger Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad?: The salad was distributed to 28 states, including CA, CO, GA, OH, TX and WA (see full list above).
Can I get a refund for my recalled Kroger deli pasta salad?: Yes. Return the salad to any Kroger-banner location for a full refund or replacement—no receipt is required.
Have any illnesses been linked to the Kroger pasta salad Listeria recall?: No illnesses had been reported to Kroger or the FDA as of the 10/04/2025 announcement.
What should I do if I already ate the recalled Kroger Basil Pesto Bowtie Pasta Salad?: Monitor your health for Listeria symptoms for 70 days (the pathogen’s incubation period). Contact a healthcare professional immediately if symptoms develop.