Lidl GB recalls Baresa Pesto because of undeclared peanuts
- Affected
- Baresa Pesto alla Genovese (Green); Baresa Red Pesto
- The problem
- Peanuts
- Allergen
- Peanuts – not shown correctly on the label. Only a risk if you're allergic or intolerant to it.
- What to do
- If you have bought any of the above products and have an allergy to peanuts, do not eat them. Instead please dispose of the product and email customer.services@lidl.co.uk including a photo of the affected product and Best Before Date. Alternatively, if you are making an essential trip to a Lidl…
Products affected
Baresa Pesto alla Genovese (Green)
- Pack size: 190g
- Best before Up to and including October 2022
Baresa Red Pesto
- Pack size: 190g
- Best before Up to and including October 2022
Risk
Peanuts
These products may contain peanuts making them a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts.
Action taken by the company
Lidl GB is recalling the above products from customers and has contacted the relevant allergy support organisations, which will tell their members about the recall. Lidl GB has issued point-of-sale notice to their customers. This notice explains to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the products. Please see the attached notice.
What you should do
If you have bought any of the above products and have an allergy to peanuts, do not eat them. Instead please dispose of the product and email customer.services@lidl.co.uk including a photo of the affected product and Best Before Date. Alternatively, if you are making an essential trip to a Lidl GB store, you can return the item in-store for a full refund, with or without a receipt.
More information
Lidl GB is recalling Baresa Pesto alla Genovese (Green) and Baresa Red Pesto because they may contain peanuts, which are not mentioned on the label. This means the products are a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts.
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 14 May 2020. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.