Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsThe Neon LunchboxThe Mystery Machine Recipe

The Mystery Machine Recipe

Inspired by The Neon Lunchbox
Time30m
Serves4

Spinach, bacon, red onion, strawberries, blueberries, candied pecans, feta, balsamic drizzle, raspberry vinaigrette.

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Toppings

Dressings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Once done, remove from heat and place on paper towels to drain excess fat. Once cooled, chop the bacon into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Spinach

    In a large salad bowl, add the fresh spinach as the base for your salad.

  3. 3

    Slice the Red Onion

    Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Add it to the salad bowl with the spinach.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Fruits

    Wash the strawberries and blueberries. Slice the strawberries and add both fruits to the salad bowl.

  5. 5

    Add the Toppings

    Sprinkle the chopped bacon, candied pecans, and crumbled feta cheese over the salad.

Serving

  1. 6

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the balsamic drizzle and raspberry vinaigrette over the salad. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.

  2. 7

    Plate and Serve

    Divide the salad into individual serving bowls or plates and serve immediately.

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