FDA Announces Recall of Popular Pistachio Nut Butter Over Possible Salmonella Risk

A routine inspection uncovered something no shopper expects to find inside a pantry staple. As investigators traced where the product had been sold, the scope of the recall became much larger than it first appeared.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced that Botticelli Foods is voluntarily recalling one lot of Bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter because it may be contaminated with Salmonella. This bacterium can cause serious illness, particularly in young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems.

According to the FDA recall announcement, the affected product is sold in one of the biggest stores in the United States and has an expiration date of January 28, 2027. Officials said no illnesses or injuries have been reported in connection with the recalled product.

A Routine Inspection Started the Investigation

The recall did not begin after consumers reported becoming sick. Instead, according to the FDA, Walmart learned on July 17, 2026, that the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services had detected Salmonella in three jars of Bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter during a routine inspection at one of its stores.

The discovery prompted investigators to begin tracing where the affected lot had been distributed and whether additional products could be involved.

Fortunately, officials said the recall applies to just one production lot, and no other Bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter products are included.

The Distribution Trail Became Much Bigger

As investigators followed the product's path, they discovered it had reached far beyond a single location.

According to the FDA, the recalled pistachio butter was manufactured by Gustibus Alimentari Srl in Assoro, Italy, imported by Botticelli Foods in Melville, New York, and distributed exclusively through Walmart.

The affected jars were shipped to Walmart stores in 19 states: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, South Dakota, Tennessee, Washington, and Wyoming.

That broad distribution is one reason consumers are being urged to carefully check the information printed on any Bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter they may have purchased.

How to Tell if Your Jar Is Included

Only one lot is part of the recall. Consumers should look for the following information on the glass jar:

• Product: Bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter
• Size: 6.7 oz. (190g)
• UPC: 194346207961
• Lot Code: LB028ACP04
• Expiration Date: January 28, 2027

According to the FDA, no other lots are affected.

What Shoppers Should Do Next

Anyone who purchased the recalled nut butter is urged not to eat it. Instead, consumers should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund or dispose of it safely.

When asked about the recall, Walmart told Newsweek:

"Safety is a top priority. When notified of recalls, we move swiftly to remove the impacted products from our stores and implement a sales block at our registers and online."

"We are working closely with our supplier, and customers who have this should discontinue use," the statement continued. Customers with questions can also contact Botticelli Foods during business hours using the phone number or email address listed in the FDA recall notice.

Why Health Officials Are Taking This Seriously

According to the Mayo Clinic, Salmonella infection most commonly spreads through contaminated food or water. Symptoms typically develop between six hours and six days after exposure and can include diarrhea, fever, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, chills, headache, and blood in the stool.

Most healthy people recover within a few days to a week, but severe infections can become life-threatening if the bacteria spread beyond the intestines.

The Recall Comes at a Troubling Time

The Bettergoods recall comes during a period of heightened concern over Salmonella outbreaks across the United States. According to CNN, the U.S. is currently dealing with multiple Salmonella outbreaks linked to foods and animals, including eggs, jalapeño peppers, backyard poultry, and pet chameleons.

The CDC estimates Salmonella causes about 1.35 million infections and roughly 420 deaths every year in the United States.

Bettergoods Is One of Walmart's Newest Grocery Brands

The recalled product is sold under Bettergoods, Walmart's private-label grocery brand. According to CNBC, Walmart introduced Bettergoods to offer shoppers trend-focused and healthier grocery options, with many products priced below $5.

The retailer said the brand was designed to appeal to a broad range of shoppers looking for more elevated and plant-based food choices.

For now, however, officials say anyone who purchased the recalled lot of Bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter should avoid consuming it and verify whether the jar matches the recall information before deciding what to do next.

The pistachio nut butter recall comes at a time when federal investigators are already stretched thin — just days earlier, as we previously reported, the FDA was managing a multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to nearly 19 million recalled eggs.

A Routine Discovery Triggered a Massive Recall

The infection is linked, in part, to recalled shell eggs produced by Midwest Poultry Services, L.P. Laboratory testing, epidemiological evidence, and traceback investigations identified the Indiana-based company's Texas-produced shell eggs as a likely source of illnesses.

On July 22, Midwest Poultry Services voluntarily recalled approximately 1,589,577 dozen white shell eggs and brown cage-free shell eggs — about 19 million eggs — produced between June 6 and July 3, 2026, with sell-by or best-by dates ranging from July 20 through August 17, 2026.

According to FOX Business, the company said it identified the potential contamination through environmental monitoring at two Texas farms and immediately halted shipments of fresh eggs from those facilities.

"When we learned of a possible issue with egg safety, we began diverting eggs to a breaking plant where they would be pasteurized to kill any foodborne pathogens," Midwest Poultry Services said in a statement.

"We also began a robust internal investigation and initiated testing protocols to identify potential sources of SE. Producing safe, quality food for those who eat our eggs is our highest priority, and this voluntary investigation and recall demonstrates that commitment."

While investigators were still tracing the source, the number of people affected continued to grow.

The Investigation Revealed Just How Widespread the Outbreak Has Become

The FDA said 98 people across 17 states have been sickened by the outbreak strain, with illnesses beginning between November 21, 2025, and June 30, 2026. 26 people have been hospitalized, though no deaths have been reported.

According to TODAY, illnesses linked to the outbreak have been reported in Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Texas, and West Virginia.

The FDA said that among the 44 patients interviewed by investigators, 40 reported eating shell eggs before becoming ill, strengthening the connection between the outbreak and the recalled products.

The agency also said Midwest Poultry Services collected samples at its Texas farms that tested positive for Salmonella. Whole genome sequencing performed by the company's third-party laboratory found that some of those samples matched the outbreak strain.

According to Yahoo News, the CDC cautioned that the official case count likely represents only a fraction of actual infections because many people recover without seeking medical care or being tested.

The Familiar Grocery Brands that Are Among Those Affected

As investigators narrowed down the recalled products, another significant detail emerged. According to the FDA and NBC News, the recalled products were sold under the Country Morning, Cal-Maine Sunups, Brookshire's, Simple Truth, and Kroger brand names.

The eggs were distributed to retail stores and foodservice customers in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Mississippi, and New Mexico, with products sold in cartons containing 6, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, and 60 eggs, as well as certain bulk packages.

Consumers who purchased the eggs are urged not to eat them. Instead, officials recommend throwing them away or returning them to the place of purchase for a refund.

Restaurants and retailers that received the recalled products should also stop serving or selling them immediately and thoroughly sanitize any surfaces or containers the eggs may have touched.

One Small Detail on the Carton Could Tell You if Your Eggs Are Recalled

For anyone wondering whether the eggs in their refrigerator are affected, officials say the carton itself holds the answer. According to TODAY, all recalled cartons carry plant code P-1950 or 0840962, printed on either side of the carton in date-coding ink.

The recalled eggs also have Julian dates between 157 and 184 and best-by or sell-by dates ranging from July 20 through August 17, 2026.

The affected products include multiple Kroger, Simple Truth, Brookshire's, Country Morning, and Sunups varieties sold across the impacted states. If eggs have been removed from their original carton and you cannot identify whether they are part of the recall, the FDA advises discarding them.

What Consumers Should Do Next

Health officials recommend checking refrigerators for any recalled eggs before preparing meals. Anyone who purchased affected products should throw them away or return them for a refund, wash hands thoroughly after handling raw eggs, and disinfect any surfaces or containers that may have come into contact with the recalled products.

The FDA added that consumers experiencing symptoms consistent with Salmonella infection should contact a healthcare provider promptly as the agency continues investigating the outbreak and releases additional updates.