Crudites with mediterranean relish

1 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2teaspoonsOlive oil
1cupFinely chopped onion
1tablespoonChopped garlic
1cupCanned crushed tomatoes with added puree
1teaspoonFresh lemon juice
¼cupCoarsely chopped drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
¼cupPitted green olives; (about 10)
¼cup(packed) fresh basil leaves
4largesDrained canned artichoke hearts
2tablespoonsChopped fresh parsley
2tablespoonsToasted pine nuts
Assorted vegetables

Directions

This relish is best at room temperature. Note that the nutritional numbers following the recipe are for the relish only.

Heat oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until just beginning to soften, about 3 minutes. Add garlic; sauté 30 seconds. Stir in canned tomatoes and lemon juice. Bring to simmer. Remove from heat.

Combine sun-dried tomatoes and next 5 ingredients in processor. Using on/off turns, process until vegetables are finely chopped. Transfer to medium bowl. Stir in tomato mixture. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.) Serve with vegetables.

Serves 6.

Per Serving: calories, 70; total fat, 4g; saturated fat, 1g; cholesterol, 0mg.

Bon Appétit October 1997

Posted to recipelu-digest by Sandy <sandysno@...> on Feb 24, 1998