Supermarket chain Tesco has issued a major recall of its “Celery, Fruit & Nut Salad 300 g” — after the 300 g packs were found to contain mustard in the mayonnaise dressing, an ingredient not listed on the label. The recall applies to packs with a use‑by date of 02 December 2025. Food Standards Agency+2New Food Magazine+2
The food alert was published by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) on 24 November 2025, warning that the affected salad poses a health risk to anyone with a mustard allergy or intolerance. Because mustard is one of the UK’s recognised major allergens, eating the mis‑labelled product could trigger allergic reactions — including serious ones like anaphylaxis. Food Standards Agency+1
What to do if you bought it:
- If you have trialled or plan to eat this salad and you’re allergic to mustard — do not eat it.
- Return the pack to any Tesco store for a full refund, whether or not you have the receipt. Tesco has confirmed that no other products are affected by this recall. Tesco Digital Content+1
- Stores have been instructed to display point-of-sale notices, and the batch has been removed from sale. Food Standards Agency+1
Why this matters: In packaged foods with dressings, sauces or mixed ingredients, allergens like mustard — even in small amounts — must be clearly declared. Consumers with allergies often rely on this labelling for safety. This incident serves as a reminder to always check use-by dates and ingredients, especially for chilled ready‑to‑eat salads, sauces, and pre‑packed meals.
If you’ve bought the affected salad, check the use‑by date and packaging carefully — and if it matches the recalled batch, return it to Tesco immediately. Stay safe and spread the word to friends or family who may be affected.
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