zest

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Recent Examples of zest Transfer the cucumber to a medium bowl, and add the yogurt, lemon zest and juice, garlic, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and stir to combine. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025 In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, lime zest and juice, ancho chili powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Beth Dooley, Boston Herald, 20 Aug. 2025 Stirred with a little garlic, butter and fishy bonito flakes, everything but the skin of the squash is served with the cavatelli and topped with anchovies, lemon zest and drizzled herb oil that add acidity and fragrance to the savory sauce. Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 12 Aug. 2025 The meat is pulled from the bone, shredded and tossed with orange juice, orange zest and cane vinegar that perks up the bird and mitigates any gaminess. Matthew Odam, Austin American Statesman, 25 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for zest
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spice
Noun
  • The beef is tender, and the broth has that nice aromatic spice that is immediately soothing and associated with a classic beef noodle soup.
    Shindy Chen, Charlotte Observer, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Expect bold flavors—the sauces aren’t shy about their spice.
    Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025

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“Zest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zest. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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