Milk Allergy Alert: Bakkavor USA

Bakkavor USA of Charlotte, North Carolina, is initiating a recall of 16-ounce Meal Simple brand Red Lentil Dal Soup, BEST BY 1/11/2026 as it contains undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the product.

The recalled product was distributed from 11/3/2025 to 12/8/2025 and available for purchase in H-E-B retail stores located in Texas. The product is packaged in clear plastic cups with BEST BY 1/11/2026 printed on the bottom of the cup.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after a consumer notified the firm that the product in the container labeled as Meal Simple Red Lentil Dal Soup was a poultry and rice soup. After an internal investigation it was discovered that Meal Simple Turkey & Wild Rice Soup contains milk as an ingredient. The Meal Simple Red Lentil Dal Soup does not include milk as an ingredient, nor does it declare milk on the label. The root cause investigation is ongoing.

Consumers who have purchased 16-ounce Meal Simple Red Lentil Dal Soup are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact H-E-B Customer Service at 1-855-432-4438 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Standard Time.