i made both versions of mark bittman's asparagus salad last week and they were DELISH.  so easy, really flavorful, and a great change from ordinary, lettuce-based salads.

i'm increasingly - as my move to new york approaches - thinking about easy stuff to make when i get there.  i'm planning to bring minimal cooking supplies - one frying pan, one pot, one big bowl.  complex recipes and any serious baking is going to take a one year hiatus.  this asparagus salad would work perfectly on my new adventure!