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SERVES 
Ideally use on the day of purchase especially if you are using them raw as in this recipe. The spears are a good source of anti-oxidants, a rich source of folic acid and high in minerals particularly copper and iron.
- Make the dressing by combining all the ingredients except the oils in a container with a tight-fitting lid. Stir to dissolve the salt and combine everything.
- Add the sesame and rapeseed oils and put the lid on, then shake vigorously to combine.
- Combine the asparagus ribbons, cabbage, sliced mint, spring onions and drained black beans in a large bowl.
- Pour the dressing over and mix with your hands or tongs to coat the vegetables.
- Place the salad on a serving plate and garnish with the chopped pecans and some more chopped mint, if you like.
