Cherry Hazelnut Orzo Salad

INGREDIENTS

1 cup

uncooked orzo pasta

2 tsp

kosher salt + 2 teaspoons olive oil for cooking the orzo

1/2 lb

bing cherries, pitted and cut in half or quarters

1/2 cup

toasted hazelnuts, lightly chopped

medium scallions (green onions), minced (about 3 tablespoons minced)

About 12 fresh mint leaves, chopped (about 1/4 cup chopped)

Kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper

1/4 cup

olive oil

1 tbsp

hazelnut oil

2 tbsp

white wine vinegar

1 tsp

honey

1/4 tsp

kosher salt

1/8 tsp

pepper