Promised Land CSA » Asparagus spinach salad

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 pounds asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 T plus 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 pounds penne or other medium tube pasta
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions (leeks or scapes)
• 6 T white wine vinegar
• 2 T soy sauce
• 6 oz spinach
• 1 cup coarsely chopped cashews
• 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese