How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for French In A Flash: Green Tapenade Pasta Salad Recipe?

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound green (spinach) penne, 1 clove garlic, 1 cup pitted Picholine and Nicoise olives (I like to use mostly green Picholine, with a few black Nicoise for contract and color), 1 tablespoon capers, and more.

Is French In A Flash: Green Tapenade Pasta Salad Recipe suitable as pasta & noodles?

Yes, French In A Flash: Green Tapenade Pasta Salad Recipe falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover French In A Flash: Green Tapenade Pasta Salad Recipe?

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

French In A Flash: Green Tapenade Pasta Salad Recip

Name: French In A Flash: Green Tapenade Pasta Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound green (spinach) penne; 1 clove garlic; 1 cup pitted Picholine and Nicoise olives (I like to use mostly green Picholine, with a few black Nicoise for contract and color); 1 tablespoon capers; 4 anchovy fillets, packed in olive oil; The leaves from 2 stems fresh thyme; Zest and juice of 1 lemon; 1/4 cup olive oil; Freshly cracked black pepper; 2 cups combined baby spinach and baby arugula leaves, lightly chopped

Fresh, crisp and full of flavor — this French In A Flash: Green Tapenade Pasta Salad is a must-try. Made with green, clove garlic, Picholine and capers.…

This French In A Flash: Green Tapenade Pasta Salad relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as green (spinach) penne, garlic, capers and zest and juice of 1 lemon. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 1021 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Pasta & Noodles

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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