80--- Sun Dried Tomato Italian Salsa

Salsa is a summer (ok anytime) staple.  It also makes for a great low-calorie flavor booster for any meal or snack.

This Italian version is easy to whip up and will be sure to please.  It's delicious as a baked potato topping, on top of your favorite grilled meat or fish, or served with pita triangles or flatbread as an appetizer.

Sun Dried Tomato Italian Salsa
Makes 2 1/2 cups

1 tsp olive oil
1 tsp minced garlic
1/4 red onion, chopped
1 can Italian-seasoned diced tomatoes
3 oz sun-dried tomatoes (dried- not in oil), soaked in water for 1 hour to soften
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
1 tsp fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp sea salt
1 tsp red pepper flakes (more or less depending on spice preference)
Dash ground black pepper

Combine all ingredients in a food processor and mix until a puree is formed.  Place in a covered container in the refrigerator for 2 hours prior to serving.

Nutrition Info per 1/4 cup: 29 calories, 1 g fat, 1 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates, 1 g fiber, 140 mg sodium