But one social media user hit back at the customer.
"People have nothing better to do with their time then to complain," the person said.
Woolworths said the packaging is designed to preserve the product throughout the supply chain.
"When considering new recyclable packaging options, we need to ensure that it meets our existing food safety standards, product integrity requirements, and that it sustains the appropriate shelf life of our products to reduce food waste," Woolworths said in a statement..
'"We'll continue to work with our suppliers to actively pursue packaging alternatives that reduce the amount of packaging or increasing its recyclability where possible."