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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Taking a playful cooking trip through the alphabet with an A-to-Z guide to chili-making ingredients and techniques — from aromatics and avocado oil to the Mexican xoconostle prickly pear and zesty toppings like fresh cilantro, pickled jalapenos, and shredded Pepper Jack cheese.
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Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
This creamy, tangy, zesty pie is perfect for potlucks and picnics.
—Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 25 May 2026
From elegant Ginger-Peach Bellinis to refreshing non-alcoholic Ginger Soda, ginger brings a zesty twist to an entertaining drinks menu.
—Kelsey Ogletree, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2026
Albariño Albariño is a zesty Spanish white wine that makes for a perfect pairing with pimento cheese, according to John Mckenna, sommelier at PARC Aspen.
—Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 1 May 2026
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Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
This creamy, tangy, zesty pie is perfect for potlucks and picnics.
—Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 25 May 2026
From elegant Ginger-Peach Bellinis to refreshing non-alcoholic Ginger Soda, ginger brings a zesty twist to an entertaining drinks menu.
—Kelsey Ogletree, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2026
Albariño Albariño is a zesty Spanish white wine that makes for a perfect pairing with pimento cheese, according to John Mckenna, sommelier at PARC Aspen.
—Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 1 May 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 Jun. 2026.
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