Full of fresh spring flavours, this energising salad is lovely on its own or as a side dish.

Yield: 4

Ingredients

• 1-2 bunches asparagus
• 2 handfuls shreddedl red cabbage
• 3 radishes, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, cut into matchsticks
• 1/2 red pepper
• 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
• handful roasted cashew nuts
• 1/4 cup mint leaves
• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 3 tablespoons tamari soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger

Method

Cut the asparagus into thin strips lengthwise. Toss the asparagus, cabbage, red pepper, onion,  carrot, cashew nuts and mint in a large bowl. Combine the soy, rice vinegar, sesame oil, oil and ginger together and then drizzle over the salad. Toss again.