Whole Foods issues soup recall due to possible shrimp contamination

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24oz cups of Whole Foods Market Kitchen Minestrone Soup

A recall has been issued for a popular soup sold at Whole Foods Market. 

The alert from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said the product was found to potentially contain undeclared shrimp, posing a serious health risk for people with shellfish allergies.

What we know:

According to the FDA, Kettle Cuisine is recalling 24-ounce containers of Whole Foods Market Kitchen Minestrone Soup after it was discovered that at least one container had been filled with the wrong soup containing shrimp. 

The recall impacts products sold in Whole Foods stores across 17 states and Washington, D.C. The soup was also sold nationwide through online orders on the Whole Foods and on Amazon. 

Kettle Cuisine said the issue was identified after an in-store discovery revealed one soup container held the incorrect product. The company noted that no other soup varieties or date codes are included in the recall. 

Why you should care:

Consumers are being urged to check for the following details on the packaging:

• Whole Foods Market Kitchen Minestrone Soup
• 24-ounce clear plastic cup
• Lot Code: 1762181
• Use By Date: 05/27/26
• UPC: 099482502065

People with allergies to crustacean shellfish, including shrimp, could experience serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if the soup is consumed. However, no illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported so far. 

What you can do:

Customers who purchased the affected soup are advised to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions can contact Kettle Cuisine at 617-409-1100 during weekday business hours.