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