Pasta, asparagus & marinated tomato salad

Method

• Step 1
  Cook the pasta in a pan of boiling salted water according to packet instructions. Rinse under cold water, then drain well.
• Step 2
  Meanwhile, combine the tomatoes, spring onion, oil and vinegar in a large bowl and season to taste with salt and pepper. Leave to stand while the pasta cooks.
• Step 3
  Cut the tips from the asparagus. Halve the stems lengthways, then cut into 3cm lengths. Place the tips and stems in a heatproof bowl and pour over enough boiling water to cover. Stand for 1 minute, then rinse under cold water and drain.
• Step 4
  Add the asparagus and drained pasta to the tomato mixture, season to taste with salt and pepper, and toss to combine. Divide among serving bowls and serve.