Greencore recalls several products due to the presence of Salmonella
- Affected
- Pinch Pan Poppin’ Chicken Pasanda & Nutty Pilau Rice; Pinch Bangin’ Butter Chicken & Nutty Pilau Rice; M&S Super Nutty Wholefood with a Soy & Ginger Dressing; M&S Nutrient Dense Nutty Super Wholefood; M&S Fresh Collection Pistachio Pesto
- The problem
- The presence of Salmonella in the products listed above.
- What to do
- If you have bought the above product, do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store where you purchased it where you will be given a full refund. You do not need your receipt. Pinch products are sold exclusively through Tesco.
Products affected
Pinch Pan Poppin’ Chicken Pasanda & Nutty Pilau Rice
- Pack size: 400g
- Product code: 5051873005819
- Use by All dates up to 10th October
Pinch Bangin’ Butter Chicken & Nutty Pilau Rice
- Pack size: 400g
- Product code: 5051873005796
- Use by All dates up to 10th October
M&S Super Nutty Wholefood with a Soy & Ginger Dressing
- Pack size: 200g
- Product code: 00797016
- Use by All dates up to 10th October
M&S Nutrient Dense Nutty Super Wholefood
- Pack size: 285g
- Product code: 00961035
- Use by All dates up to 11th October
M&S Fresh Collection Pistachio Pesto
- Pack size: 115g
- Product code: 29526743
- Use by All dates up to 13th October
Risk
The presence of Salmonella in the products listed above.
Symptoms caused by salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps. If you are experiencing these symptoms, you should stay away from work, school or nursery until you have stopped having symptoms for at least 48 hours to avoid passing it on to others.
Action taken by the company
Greencore is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are sold these products. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the products. Please see the attached notices. DATE issued: 08/10/2026 DATE to remove: 14/10/2026 DATE issued: 08/10/2026 DATE to remove: 14/10/2026 In the abundance of caution, Greencore is recalling some pistachio products due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Customer safety is of paramount importance to Marks & Spencer and we take food safety extremely seriously. In the abundance of caution, Greencore is recalling some pistachio products due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Customer safety is of paramount importance to Marks & Spencer and we take food safety extremely seriously. Please do not consume this product. Any customers in possession of these products can return it to their nearest store where a full refund will be given. Only the displayed date codes are impacted. No other M&S products are affected. We apologise to our customers for any inconvenience caused. For more information contact us on 03330148555 Please do not consume this product. Any customers in possession of these products can return it to their nearest store where a full refund will be given. Only the displayed date codes are impacted. No other M&S products are affected. We apologise to our customers for any inconvenience caused. For more information contact us on 03330148555
What you should do
If you have bought the above product, do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store where you purchased it where you will be given a full refund. You do not need your receipt. Pinch products are sold exclusively through Tesco.
More information
Greencore is recalling five products because Salmonella has been found in pistachio nuts, used as an ingredient in the products.
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 8 October 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.