Aldi Recalls Spinach Bites Over Possible Rodent Hair Contamination

The frozen bites were sold exclusively at Aldi stores in Maryland and Pennsylvania.

Mar. 19, 2026 at 1:26am

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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall for Dr. Praeger's Sensible Foods Inc.'s Aldi-branded Simply Nature Spinach Bites due to potential contamination with rodent hair. The recalled products were sold in 12-ounce boxes with a specific lot number, product number, and UPC code.

Why it matters

Consuming food products contaminated with rodent hair can pose health risks, even if the probability of serious adverse effects is considered remote. This recall highlights the importance of food safety and the need for vigilance when it comes to frozen food products.

The details

The recalled spinach bites were sold exclusively at Aldi stores in Maryland and Pennsylvania. A total of 7,894 units are being recalled due to the potential rodent hair contamination. The FDA has classified this as a Class II recall, meaning the use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

  • The initial recall was issued on January 16, 2026.
  • The FDA did not give the recall a classification until March 16, 2026.

The players

Dr. Praeger's Sensible Foods Inc.

The company that manufactured the recalled spinach bites, based in Elmwood Park, New Jersey.

Aldi

The grocery store chain that exclusively sold the recalled spinach bites in Maryland and Pennsylvania.

Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

The federal agency that issued the recall notice and classified the severity of the contamination issue.

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What’s next

Consumers who have the recalled spinach bites in their freezer should not eat them and should instead return the product to the place of purchase for a refund.

The takeaway

This recall serves as a reminder to always check for food safety alerts and to be vigilant about the products we consume, even when it comes to frozen foods. It highlights the importance of the FDA's role in protecting public health by issuing timely recalls.