Sainsbury's recalls Pitted Black Olives over possible Listeria
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Sainsbury's is recalling 'Inspired to Cook by Sainsbury's Pitted Black Olives' (120g) with use-by dates of 6, 7 and 10 September 2026 because of the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes. The FSA says symptoms can be similar to flu, and in rare cases the infection can cause serious complications such as meningitis. Don't eat the product. Return it to your nearest Sainsbury's store for a full refund.
Inspired to Cook by Sainsbury's Pitted Black Olives (120g) are being recalled over the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes. Only packs with use-by dates of 6, 7 and 10 September 2026 are affected. Sainsbury's says no other products are affected. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is urging shoppers not to eat the affected product, and stores selling it will display point-of-sale notices.
According to the FSA, symptoms caused by Listeria monocytogenes can be similar to flu. They include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick, and diarrhoea.
In rare cases, the FSA says, the infection can be more severe and cause serious complications such as meningitis, a dangerous inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
If you've bought the affected olives, don't eat them. Return them to your nearest Sainsbury's store for a full refund. If you've already eaten some and develop symptoms such as fever, muscle aches or digestive problems, contact your doctor or NHS 111 and mention the recalled product.
What you can doAI-generated
- ✓Throw out or return any Sainsbury's Pitted Black Olives you have at home right now, even if you haven't opened the jar yet.
- ✓Talk to your doctor today if you're over 65 or have a weakened immune system and you've eaten this product, even if you feel fine right now.
- ✓Watch for fever, muscle aches, nausea, or diarrhea over the next few days and call your doctor immediately if any of these show up.
- ✓Ask family members or anyone else in your household if they've eaten this product so you can warn them to watch for symptoms too.
Always consult a healthcare professional for personal medical advice.
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