Market of Choice Vegan Kale Caesar Salad Recall for Undeclared Sesame
At a glance: Market of Choice is recalling its 9.5-oz Vegan Kale Caesar Salad because the ingredient sesame is missing from the label. People with a sesame allergy should not eat the salad. Instead, match the UPC and sell-by dates below and return or discard the product immediately.
Why was the Market of Choice Vegan Kale Caesar Salad recalled?
An internal review found that sesame had been added to the Vegan Kale Caesar Salad but never appeared in the ingredient statement. Undeclared sesame can cause serious or life-threatening reactions in allergic individuals.
Market of Choice Vegan Kale Caesar Salad recall details
- Product: Market of Choice Vegan Kale Caesar Salad, 9.5 oz (clear clamshell container)
- UPC: 0 210126 01099 3
- Sell-by dates: 04/20/2026 through 05/08/2026
- Where sold: Market of Choice stores in Ashland, Bend, Corvallis, Eugene, Hillsboro, Medford, Portland, and West Linn, Oregon
- Sales window: 04/16/2026 – 05/04/2026
- Reported illnesses: None to date
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What to do if you bought the recalled salad
- Check your refrigerator for the 9.5-oz Market of Choice Vegan Kale Caesar Salad listed above.
- If you have a sesame allergy, do not consume the product.
- Return the salad to any Market of Choice location for a full refund, or dispose of it safely.
Questions? Contact Market of Choice Food Safety & Quality Assurance at 503-501-6746 (Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. PT) or email ktrimp@marketofchoice.com.
This recall is being conducted in cooperation with the Oregon Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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Frequently asked questions
1. Which Market of Choice Vegan Kale Caesar Salad packages are included in the recall?
Only the 9.5-oz Market of Choice Vegan Kale Caesar Salad with sell-by dates 04/20/26–05/08/26 and UPC 0 210126 01099 3 is affected.
2. I’m not allergic to sesame—do I still need to return the Market of Choice Vegan Kale Caesar Salad?
Yes. Market of Choice recommends that all customers return or discard the product to eliminate any risk to people with sesame allergies.
3. How do I get a refund for my Market of Choice Vegan Kale Caesar Salad purchase?
Bring the salad—or your receipt—to any Market of Choice customer service desk for a full refund.
4. Were any other Market of Choice products recalled besides the Vegan Kale Caesar Salad?
No. No other Market of Choice items are part of this recall.
5. Can I keep the croutons or dressing from the recalled Market of Choice Vegan Kale Caesar Salad?
No. Because sesame may be present in any component, discard or return the entire salad package.
6. Who can I contact about the Market of Choice Vegan Kale Caesar Salad recall?
Call 503-501-6746 (Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. PT) or email ktrimp@marketofchoice.com for more information.