Del Monte veggie tray recall in the Midwest
(WJBK) - Some Del Monte Fresh veggie trays are being recalled as they have the potential to make you sick.
A few of the 6 oz., 12 oz. and 28 oz. vegetable trays can be contaminated with Cyclospora, a parasite that can cause the intestinal illness Cyclosporiasis. Cyclosporiasis isn't life threatening, but can give you watery diarrhea, loss of appetite, weight loss, cramping, bloating, increased gas, nausea and fatigue.
The veggie trays come with broccoli, cauliflower, celery sticks, carrots and dill dip. They were sold in stores in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin.
The recalled products were distributed to: Kwik Trip, Kwik Star, Demond's, Sentry, Potash, Meehan's, Country Market, Food Max Supermarket and Peapod and have "Best If Enjoyed By" date of June 17, 2018 or earlier. The recalled products were distributed for sale in clear plastic containers with the following labels and markings:
- Del Monte 6 oz. Veg Tray w/dip 6/17/2018 Baby carrots, broccoli, cauliflower and dill dip 7 1752472715 2
- Del Monte 12 oz. Veg Tray w/dip 6/17/2018 Baby carrots, broccoli, cauliflower and dill dip 7 1752472518 9
- Del Monte 28 oz. Small Veg Tray w/dip 6/17/2018 Baby carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, celery sticks and dill dip 7 1752478604 3
Consumers who believe that they are in possession of any of the above products affected by this recall should dispose of the product in an appropriate waste container.
For any inquiries, consumers may call 24 hour customer service line at 1-800-659-6500 or email Del Monte Fresh at Contact-US-Executive-Office@freshdelmonte.com.