Meatless Monday: Orzo with Lemon and Parsley

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During the week, I'm always looking for recipes that are easy and under 30 mins. With an active toddler, I can set him in front of Blue Clues and start it before my husband comes home.  It's also awesome leftover and cold too.

Orzo With Lemon and Parsley
From Williams Sonoma Kitchen

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
1/2 lb. orzo, cooked
Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
Juice of 1 lemon
3 Tbs. finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

Using the directions on the package, cook the orzo.
In a small Dutch oven over medium-low heat, warm the olive oil.
Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant but not browned, about 2 minutes.
Gently fold in the cooked orzo, lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley, salt and pepper until well mixed.
Transfer the orzo to a serving bowl and serve warm.