zestier; zestiest
: having or characterized by zest : appealingly piquant or lively
a zesty sauce
zesty humor
Examples of zesty in a Sentence
bland pasta that needs a zesty sauce
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This zesty recipe will stand out alongside a flavorful main dish like roasted lamb.
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Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
Smoky paprika adds zesty flavor without added salt and is a good source of polyphenols.
—Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 21 Apr. 2026
Grab a slice to top your favorite citrusy cookies, or add it to breakfast pancakes for a zesty twist.
—Staff Author, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2026
The palate is zesty and incisive, with passion fruit, citrus, green apple, and green herbal notes.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2026
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Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
Smoky paprika adds zesty flavor without added salt and is a good source of polyphenols.
—Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 21 Apr. 2026
Grab a slice to top your favorite citrusy cookies, or add it to breakfast pancakes for a zesty twist.
—Staff Author, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2026
The palate is zesty and incisive, with passion fruit, citrus, green apple, and green herbal notes.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for zesty
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“Zesty.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zesty. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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