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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From elegant Ginger-Peach Bellinis to refreshing non-alcoholic Ginger Soda, ginger brings a zesty twist to an entertaining drinks menu.
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Kelsey Ogletree, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2026
Made in just 10 minutes, the combination of flavors from the veggies, cheese, and zesty dressing is a burst of satisfying flavors.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
The wraps include the street cart, Berliner, Mediterranean and zesty feta doners, all made with a choice of proteins.
—Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 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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Kelsey Ogletree, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2026
Made in just 10 minutes, the combination of flavors from the veggies, cheese, and zesty dressing is a burst of satisfying flavors.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
The wraps include the street cart, Berliner, Mediterranean and zesty feta doners, all made with a choice of proteins.
—Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 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 18 May. 2026.
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