Chopped Asparagus Salad

trimmed asparagus (asparagus that has already had the lower 1/3 cut off)

can chickpeas (or other bean) well rinsed and drained

carrot, peeled and chopped

radishes, trimmed and cut into wedges or chunks

Persian cucumber, chopped

chopped red onion

cherry tomato halves (cut in wedges if they are larger)

colorful bell peppers, chopped

black olives

roasted red peppers (from a jar) chopped

salt and fresh cracked pepper

crumbled feta cheese

garnish

fresh thyme

dressing

extra virgin olive oil

champagne vinegar (or your favorite)

juice of 1/2 lemon

dried thyme

salt and pepper