tesco fruit recall salmonella: Popular Grape & Berry Medley pulled from shelves
Tesco has removed a popular own-brand snack from sale after routine testing detected Salmonella in samples. Shoppers who bought the Tesco Grape & Berry Medley 230G with use-by dates of February 16, 2026 and February 17, 2026 (ET) are being urged not to eat the product and to return it to any store for a full refund.
What has been recalled and why
The recall covers the Tesco Grape & Berry Medley 230G packs bearing use-by dates of February 16, 2026 and February 17, 2026 (ET). Testing identified Salmonella in the product, making it potentially unsafe to consume. The retailer emphasised that no other products are affected by this action and apologised for the inconvenience to customers.
Health risks and guidance for consumers
Salmonella is a bacterial infection that commonly affects the intestines. Typical symptoms include fever, diarrhoea, abdominal cramps, and sometimes nausea, chills and headache. Those most at risk of severe illness include young children, pregnant people, older adults and individuals with weakened immune systems or underlying health conditions.
Anyone experiencing symptoms should avoid going to work, school or nursery until at least 48 hours after symptoms have stopped to reduce the chance of passing the infection on to others. People with severe symptoms—such as high fever, persistent vomiting, bloody diarrhoea or signs of dehydration—should seek medical advice promptly.
Practical steps for shoppers
Customers who have purchased the affected product are advised not to eat it. The retailer is offering full refunds for returned packs and has confirmed that a receipt is not required. Shoppers can return the item to any store for reimbursement.
As a precaution, households with children, older adults or vulnerable people should dispose of any affected packs securely and follow good hygiene practices: wash hands thoroughly after handling the product or any packaging, and clean surfaces that may have come into contact with it.
The recall is a reminder that routine food safety testing can pick up contamination before widespread illness occurs. The retailer and public health teams will continue to monitor the situation and take further action if necessary.
If you are unsure whether a pack you bought is affected, check the product name and use-by date against the details above. For health concerns, contact your healthcare provider for tailored advice.
