Bug Found in Trader Joe's Salad Sparks Online Discussion

Trader Joe's Customer Finds Bug in Popular Salad A Trader Joe's customer recently shared a video online detailing her unpleasant discovery of a bug in her purchased Pearl Couscous Salad with Chicken. The incident, filmed on May 18th, 2025, in the US, shows a small insect in the salad. The woman, who identified herself only as Toothytok on social media, expressed her disappointment, stating, "The thing that I'm most sad about is the fact that I didn't eat more of the salad before finding the bug because it's my favorite salad." She further commented on briefly considering removing the bug and continuing to eat the salad, but ultimately decided against it. The video has garnered significant views online, sparking discussions about food safety and quality control. Trader Joe's has yet to issue a public statement regarding the incident. The video serves as a reminder to consumers to always inspect their food before consumption and highlights the importance of food safety standards for retailers.