Shaved asparagus salad

Tam West

A crunchy raw salad is an easy way to get a super-healthy asparagus hit. I love the visual simplicity of this dish, it’s one of those recipes you can keep changing and creating to go with any meal. A side dish for lunch or dinner, sprinkled with your favourite fresh herbs or toasted nuts; or served alongside grilled seafood, meat or vegetables.

Ingredients

24	Asparagus spears, thick (Main)
1 cup	Mixed salad leaves
100 g	Feta
2 Tbsp	Olive oil
1 Tbsp	Red wine vinegar

Directions

1. Use a peeler to shave the asparagus, starting at the tip and peeling towards the woody base. Discard the woody base.
2. Gently place shaved asparagus in a salad bowl.
3. Dress with mesclun leaves then arrange sliced feta on top.
4. Pour over olive oil and vinegar just before serving, season with salt and pepper to taste.

See more of Geoff's asparagus recipes

• Lemon buttered asparagus, salmon and eggs
• Char-grilled asparagus and mushrooms on toast