Asparagus, Pecorino and Red Onion Salad

• portions: 6 to 8 servings
• temps total: Quick & easy

Ingrédients

1 bunch pencil asparagus, tough bottom stems removed

1 small red onion, finely diced

1 cup coarsely grated aged pecorino

1/2 cup red wine vinegar

Extra-virgin olive oil

Kosher salt

Instructions

Cut the asparagus, including the tips into very thin slices, crosswise and place in a medium bowl. Add the red onion and pecorino and toss to combine. Dress with the vinegar, olive oil and salt and toss again. This salad should be fairly heavily dressed. The vinegar will sort of "cook" or tenderize the asparagus.

Notes

It is best to do this about an hour or so in advance to let the flavors "marry."