Clearwater, FL — HelloFresh Recall: Meals Pulled for Possible Listeria Contamination

Clearwater, FL (October 7th, 2025) – HelloFresh has recalled certain ready-to-eat meals after spinach used in the dishes tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. While no confirmed illnesses have been reported, yet, the HelloFresh recall has brought the often-beleaguered national meal delivery company under renewed scrutiny. The recall serves as a warning to consumers about the dangers of foodborne contamination and the legal recourse available to those who fall ill.

At Light & Wyatt Law Group in Clearwater, we represent people harmed by unsafe foods. If you or a family member have suffered illness due to a recalled product, contact our personal injury lawyers today to discuss your rights at 727-499-9900.

Details of the HelloFresh Listeria Recall

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced that spinach distributed to HelloFresh for use in several ready-to-eat meals tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. The affected meals were shipped directly to consumers in multiple states, including Florida, between September and October 2025.

The recall covers HelloFresh’s Cheesy Pulled Pork Pepper Pasta and Unstuffed Peppers with Ground Turkey meals. Each product was produced at specific facilities under the establishment numbers EST. 47718, EST. 2937, and P-47718. Consumers are advised to check lot codes on any products in their homes against those listed in the official FSIS announcement.

Although no illnesses have been confirmed, Listeria infections can take time to develop. People who have eaten any of the recalled products should monitor for symptoms and contact their healthcare provider if they experience signs of infection.

Why Listeria Contamination Is So Concerning

Listeria is a bacterium known for its resilience. Unlike many other pathogens, it can survive and even multiply in cold environments, including refrigerators. As such, prepackaged meals, processed foods, and ready-to-eat products are particularly vulnerable when contaminated.

When ingested, Listeria monocytogenes can cause listeriosis, a serious infection, that may result in fever, headache, confusion, nausea, and muscle aches. The illness can be especially dangerous for pregnant women, older adults, and people with compromised immune systems. In some cases, it can lead to miscarriage, premature birth, or even death.

Because of these risks, federal agencies treat potential listeria contamination as an emergency situation. Companies like HelloFresh are required to act immediately to recall affected products, identify sources of contamination, and take corrective measures to prevent recurrence.

Understanding the Symptoms of Listeriosis

Because listeria symptoms can appear gradually, many people don’t immediately connect their illness to a recalled food. Early signs can mimic a mild flu, but may progress to severe complications if untreated. Pregnant women, in particular, should be cautious — even mild symptoms can pose risks to the fetus.

If you develop a fever, muscle pain stiff neck, or gastrointestinal issues after eating a HelloFresh meal, inform your healthcare provider immediately. Testing and treatment with antibiotics may help prevent serious complications and protect others in your household from exposure.

What to Do if You Have a Recalled HelloFresh Meal

Consumers who still have one of the recalled HelloFresh products should not eat it under any circumstances. The company has asked consumers to discard the meals or contact HelloFresh directly for refund instructions.

If you’ve already consumed a recalled product, make note of the meal name, lot code, and delivery date. In the event you begin to experience flu-like symptoms or digestive distress, seek medical care right away and mention the recall to your healthcare provider. Prompt testing can confirm with Listeria monocytogenes is present and help prevent complications.

It’s also wise to retain your HelloFresh order history. If you’ve not gotten rid of the packaging or have product leftovers, it’s also helpful to take photos. Such materials may prove useful evidence in a potential product liability claim.

Legal Accountability in Food Contamination Cases

Food delivery services like HelloFresh have a responsibility to ensure their meals are safe to eat. That duty extends to the sourcing, storage, preparation, and packaging of ingredients. When contaminated food reaches consumers, multiple parties may share responsibility, including the meal distributor, the supplier of contaminated ingredients, or even the processing facility.

Victims of foodborne illness can pursue a product liability claim if they can show that a defective or contaminated product caused their illness. Compensation may include reimbursement for medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. In more severe cases, where hospitalization or pregnancy-related harm occurs, additional damages may apply.

Establishing liability requires connecting the illness to the contaminated product. Attorneys handling these cases often work with food safety experts and epidemiologists to trace the source of infection, verify testing results, and determine whether the contamination occurred during production or packaging.

Protecting Your Rights After a Food Recall

Product recalls are intended to limit public harm, but they don’t erase the damage already done. If you or a loved one suffered illness linked to contaminated HelloFresh meals, you may have grounds for legal action. A successful claim can provide compensation for your financial losses, medical treatment, and pain endured, and it also pressures corporations to maintain higher safety standards.

Don’t wait for additional cases to confirm your suspicions. If your symptoms align with listeria exposure, and you consumed a recalled HelloFresh product, take the next step by contacting a personal injury lawyer who understands foodborne illness claims.

Protect Your Health and Your Rights After the HelloFresh Recall

At Light & Wyatt Law Group, we help families across Florida recover after preventable food contamination incidents. Our team investigates where the breakdown in safety occurred and pursues compensation from every responsible party.

If you were sickened after eating a HelloFresh meal or another recalled product, contact us for a free case review. We’ll listen to your story, explain your options, and help you move forward with confidence. 

Your health and your rights matter. Don’t face the aftermath of a food recall alone. Let our Clearwater defective product lawyers stand by your side. Call us today at 727-499-9900.

Jim Magazine

James (Jim) Magazine is a Florida Board Certified Civil Trial lawyer who has spent his career helping injured victims. Jim is licensed to practice law in the State of Florida since 1990 and is also admitted to practice at the Appellate level and admitted to the United States Supreme Court.

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