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NewsNBC 6 South FloridaJuly 17, 2026United States

Taylor Fresh Foods Recalls Iceberg Lettuce Due to Parasite Outbreak

Taylor Fresh Foods has voluntarily recalled all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico following an investigation into a cyclosporiasis outbreak. Federal health officials have linked the parasite to lettuce served at Taco Bell locations in five states, though investigations into the source of illnesses in other states remain ongoing.

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Why It Matters

Consumers in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia are advised to avoid shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell, as the parasite causes weeks of severe diarrhea.

Key Facts

  • Taylor Fresh Foods is voluntarily recalling all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico indefinitely.
  • The recall is linked to an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a parasite causing weeks of severe diarrhea.
  • The FDA identified shredded iceberg lettuce from Mexico served at Taco Bell in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia as a source.
  • The CDC reports nearly 7,000 potential cases nationwide, with 1,644 confirmed and 5,100 under investigation.
  • Michigan has reported 5,002 cases and 102 hospitalizations related to the outbreak.
  • The CDC states that shredded lettuce sold in grocery stores or served at other restaurants is not currently affected by this recall.
  • Taylor Farms was previously linked to a 2013 cyclosporiasis outbreak affecting 631 people in 25 states.
  • Taylor Farms was also linked to a 2024 E. coli outbreak involving slivered onions that sickened 104 people and resulted in one death.

Who's Mentioned

locationMichigan“State with the highest number of reported cases.”organizationFood and Drug Administration“Federal agency providing traceback information and issuing alerts.”organizationTaco Bell“Restaurant chain linked to the outbreak in five states.”organizationWashington Post“Media outlet that first reported the link between Taylor Farms and the outbreak.”organizationTaylor Fresh Foods“The supplier voluntarily recalling iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.”organizationCenters for Disease Control and Prevention“Federal agency tracking and investigating the outbreak.”