The Kitchn: How to make the best pasta salad without mayo
Avoid the sad-soggies
You can cook the pasta, make the dressing and prepare the vegetables well in advance, but wait until just before serving to add the second half of the salad dressing and any cheese and nuts. This not only prevents the salad from getting soggy and dry, but also helps the salad look prettier on the picnic plate.
Pasta Salad without Mayo
Serves 8 to 10
For the vinaigrette:
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
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