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.