This side dish by Alby Hailes sings of spring, with seasonal additions of raw asparagus and elderflower cordial, and a punch of flavour from preserved lemon in the dressing.
Attempts should always be made to minimise food waste wherever possible, and this green ‘gazpacho’ by Alby Hailes does a brilliant job at using up those woody asparagus ends that you otherwise might throw to the compost.
Roasting asparagus in citrus zest/juice is Alby Hailes' favourite way to prepare it. The method could not be simpler, and ensures that the asparagus is tender but retains its shape, flavour and verdant green.