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Serve with a side of tangy pickles to balance the rich flavors.—Kristen Hartke, Saveur, 12 Mar. 2026 Pineapple casserole is the ultimate sweet-meets-savory dish, doubling as both a tangy side tish and a buttery dessert.—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026 Here, the key is to use a thick marmalade with plenty of peel, which creates fruity pockets, a bit like tangy raisins.—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026 There are so many ways to incorporate ginger into your meals, from this bright and tangy slaw to soups, stir-fries, and teas.—Martha Stewart, 20 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tangy