M&S and Tesco foods recalled: salmonella in pistachios

Which products are recalled

Greencore is recalling five products because Salmonella has been found in pistachio nuts used as an ingredient in the products. The Food Standards Agency published recall notice FSA-PRIN-48-2026 on 8 October 2026. The notice lists each product with its product code, pack size and use by wording.

Product 1 is Pinch Pan Poppin' Chicken Pasanda & Nutty Pilau Rice, product code 5051873005819, pack size 400g, use by all dates up to 10th October. Product 2 is Pinch Bangin' Butter Chicken & Nutty Pilau Rice, product code 5051873005796, pack size 400g, use by all dates up to 10th October. Product 3 is M&S Super Nutty Wholefood with a Soy & Ginger Dressing, product code 00797016, pack size 200g, use by all dates up to 10th October. Product 4 is M&S Nutrient Dense Nutty Super Wholefood, product code 00961035, pack size 285g, use by all dates up to 11th October. Product 5 is M&S Fresh Collection Pistachio Pesto, product code 29526743, pack size 115g, use by all dates up to 13th October.

Why they are being recalled

The FSA risk statement is the presence of Salmonella in the products listed. The recall notice states that Salmonella has been found in pistachio nuts used as an ingredient in the products. The FSA published the notice on 8 October 2026 under reference FSA-PRIN-48-2026.

Greencore is recalling the products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in retail stores that sold them, explaining why the products are recalled and what customers should do. The M&S customer notice describes the recall as made out of an abundance of caution because of the possible presence of Salmonella.

What the FSA tells shoppers to do

The FSA's advice to consumers is: if you have bought the product, do not eat it. Return it to the store where you bought it for a full refund. You do not need your receipt. Pinch products are sold exclusively through Tesco, according to the FSA notice.

The M&S customer notice says customers can return the products to their nearest store for a full refund, and gives the contact number 03330148555. The M&S customer notice says only the displayed date codes are affected and no other M&S products are affected. Point of sale notices will be displayed in retail stores that sold the products, explaining why the products are recalled and what customers should do.

Symptoms and the 48 hours guidance

The FSA says symptoms caused by salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps. The FSA says anyone experiencing these symptoms should stay away from work, school or nursery until they have stopped having symptoms for at least 48 hours, to avoid passing it on to others.

The FSA published recall notice FSA-PRIN-48-2026 on 8 October 2026. The FSA risk statement is the presence of Salmonella in the products listed. The FSA's advice to consumers is: if you have bought the product, do not eat it. Return it to the store where you bought it for a full refund. You do not need your receipt.

What the retailers and Greencore have said

Greencore is recalling the products and point of sale notices will be displayed in retail stores that sold them, explaining why the products are recalled and what customers should do. The M&S customer notice says only the displayed date codes are affected and no other M&S products are affected. The M&S customer notice says customers can return the products to their nearest store for a full refund, and gives the contact number 03330148555.

The M&S customer notice describes the recall as made out of an abundance of caution because of the possible presence of Salmonella. Pinch products are sold exclusively through Tesco, according to the FSA notice. The Food Standards Agency published recall notice FSA-PRIN-48-2026 on 8 October 2026.

Source: Food Standards Agency recall notice FSA-PRIN-48-2026, 8 October 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

Which products are being recalled?

Pinch Pan Poppin' Chicken Pasanda & Nutty Pilau Rice, product code 5051873005819, pack size 400g, use by all dates up to 10th October. Pinch Bangin' Butter Chicken & Nutty Pilau Rice, product code 5051873005796, pack size 400g, use by all dates up to 10th October. M&S Super Nutty Wholefood with a Soy & Ginger Dressing, product code 00797016, pack size 200g, use by all dates up to 10th October. M&S Nutrient Dense Nutty Super Wholefood, product code 00961035, pack size 285g, use by all dates up to 11th October. M&S Fresh Collection Pistachio Pesto, product code 29526743, pack size 115g, use by all dates up to 13th October.

Why are they being recalled?

Greencore is recalling five products because Salmonella has been found in pistachio nuts used as an ingredient in the products. The FSA risk statement is the presence of Salmonella in the products listed.

What should consumers do?

The FSA's advice to consumers is: if you have bought the product, do not eat it. Return it to the store where you bought it for a full refund. You do not need your receipt.

What are the symptoms and the 48 hours guidance?

The FSA says symptoms caused by salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps. The FSA says anyone experiencing these symptoms should stay away from work, school or nursery until they have stopped having symptoms for at least 48 hours, to avoid passing it on to others.

Where are the products sold?

Pinch products are sold exclusively through Tesco, according to the FSA notice. The M&S customer notice says only the displayed date codes are affected and no other M&S products are affected.