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WinCo Foods recalled two Salsa Bean Dip Tray products distributed in eight states because they may contain peperoncini from a lot recalled by supplier G.L. Mezzetta over potential pest inclusion. The affected trays have “Best If Used By” dates from Aug. 14 through Sept. 25, 2026; WinCo says the products were removed from stores and it has received no related complaints or illness reports.
WinCo Foods is recalling two Salsa Bean Dip Tray products that may contain peperoncini from a lot recalled by supplier G.L. Mezzetta over potential pest inclusion, according to the company announcement posted by the FDA. The affected products were distributed in Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah and Washington, with best-by dates from Aug. 14 through Sept. 25, 2026.
The recall covers WinCo Foods Salsa Bean Dip Tray Express, a 54-ounce product with UPC numbers beginning 2-67173, and a 104-ounce, 16-inch catering tray with UPC numbers beginning 2-67240. The catering tray was available by special order only. The full UPC numbers are presented as masked digits in the FDA-posted announcement.
WinCo said the affected ingredient was Golden Greek Peperoncini from a single recalled lot supplied by G.L. Mezzetta. The company said the peperoncini may have been used on trays bearing “Best If Used By” dates Aug. 14 to Sept. 25, 2026. The announcement identifies the concern as possible pest inclusion; it does not describe a confirmed finding of pests in WinCo’s trays.
WinCo said it had removed all products that may have been made with the recalled peperoncini from its retail stores. It also said it had observed no pests during production and had received no complaints about pests or illness related to the trays as of its announcement. Those statements are attributed to the company and do not establish whether any individual tray contained affected ingredient.
What Shoppers Should Check
The recall concerns ready-made deli trays sold across eight states, so shoppers who bought one during the affected date range may want to check its label and consider the company’s recall notice even though WinCo said the products were removed from stores. Because the item is a mixed tray, the recalled ingredient may have been included as a topping rather than sold separately.
WinCo described the items as products with a short shelf life and said they are not expected to remain in consumers’ homes. That does not confirm whether every tray has been consumed or discarded. The announcement does not provide instructions on disposal, refunds or returns, so customers with a product or a question can contact WinCo’s customer service desk at 1-800-824-1706 or use the company’s online contact form.
The stated reason is potential pest inclusion in the supplier’s peperoncini lot, rather than a reported illness outbreak. WinCo said it had received no illness reports related to the trays at the time of its announcement. Readers should distinguish that company update from a determination that the products posed no risk: the FDA page identifies the posting as a company announcement and says the agency does not endorse the product or company.
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How the Ingredient Reached the Trays
WinCo said it learned of the ingredient issue after G.L. Mezzetta notified the company that one lot of its Golden Greek Peperoncini had been recalled. The supplier’s stated reason, as relayed by WinCo, was potential pest inclusion following a video from another grocery chain that was circulating on social media. The WinCo announcement does not identify that grocery chain or provide further details about the video.
The chain of events described by WinCo is that the supplier recalled a lot of peperoncini, the ingredient was used in some WinCo Salsa Bean Dip Trays, and WinCo then recalled the potentially affected trays. The company announced its recall on Oct. 1, 2026; the FDA posted the announcement the next day as a public service. The posting says the FDA does not endorse the company or its products.
The recalled tray products were distributed through WinCo retail stores in eight western states. The announcement gives the affected date range and partial UPC formats, but does not list individual store locations, quantities sold or a total number of trays affected.
““WinCo Foods did not have or use any product with evidence of pests included in the jar.””
— WinCo Foods, in its company announcement
What the Recall Notice Leaves Open
The public announcement does not state how many trays were produced, shipped or sold, nor does it provide complete UPC numbers; the product identifiers appear with digits replaced by hash marks. It also does not name the grocery chain connected to the circulating video or describe what the video showed beyond the reported potential pest concern.
The notice does not confirm that pests were found in any WinCo tray or say whether the supplier’s recalled peperoncini lot was independently tested. WinCo reported no pest observations during production and no related complaints or illness reports received to date, but the announcement does not give a later status update or specify whether any consumers contacted the company after publication.
It is also not stated whether customers can receive refunds or how they should handle a tray they still have. The company directs questions to its customer service channels, but the FDA-posted notice does not include separate consumer instructions for returning or disposing of the product.
Where Consumers Can Get Updates
Consumers who believe they have an affected tray can contact WinCo customer service at 1-800-824-1706 or use the company’s online “Contact Us” form to ask about the product, handling and any return or refund process. WinCo also lists G.L. Mezzetta’s customer support email as CustomerSupport@Mezzetta.com for questions about the peperoncini ingredient.
The FDA’s recall page hosts the company’s announcement, but the source material does not give a date for another update or identify a scheduled regulatory action. Readers should check the companies’ customer-service channels and the FDA notice for any revised product details or consumer guidance.
Key Questions
Which WinCo products are included in the recall?
The notice covers WinCo Foods Salsa Bean Dip Tray Express, a 54-ounce tray with UPC numbers beginning 2-67173, and a 104-ounce, 16-inch Salsa Bean Dip Tray catering product with UPC numbers beginning 2-67240. The catering tray was available by special order. The announcement masks the remaining UPC digits.
What dates should shoppers look for?
The affected trays have “Best If Used By” dates from Aug. 14 through Sept. 25, 2026. The notice does not give a separate purchase-date range.
Why did WinCo recall the trays?
WinCo said the trays may contain Golden Greek Peperoncini from a lot recalled by G.L. Mezzetta because of potential pest inclusion. WinCo reported that no pests were observed during production of the trays.
Where were the products sold?
WinCo said the trays were distributed in Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah and Washington.
Who should customers contact with questions?
WinCo lists its customer service desk at 1-800-824-1706 and an online contact form. For questions about the ingredient recall, the announcement lists G.L. Mezzetta’s email as CustomerSupport@Mezzetta.com.
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