Asparagus with Walnuts and Vinaigrette

Description
Perfect in springtime, asparagus' natural sweetness contrasts beautifully with this tart vinaigrette.

Ingredients

 * 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
 * ¼ small onion, very finely chopped
 * 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
 * 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
 * ½ packet sugar substitute
 * ½ teaspoon salt
 * ¼ teaspoon pepper
 * ¼ cup olive oil
 * 1 pinch salt
 * freshly ground black pepper
 * 4 cups spring salad mix ( mesclun)
 * ¼ cup toasted walnuts, or almonds

Directions

 * 1) Steam asparagus until crisp-tender.
 * 2) Drain, and pat dry with paper towels.
 * 3) Set aside.
 * 4) Combine shallot, vinegar, mustard and sugar substitute, salt and pepper in a mixing bowl.
 * 5) Gradually whisk in oil.
 * 6) Divide lettuce on 4 plates; arrange asparagus on top and drizzle with vinaigrette.
 * 7) Sprinkle with walnuts.