zesty-citrus-dressing
/ˌzes.ti ˈsɪ.trəs ˈdres.ɪŋ/ IELTSAcademic
noun
A salad dressing made with citrus juice, often lemon or orange, and a lively, tangy taste. It is usually light, fresh, and a little sharp.
- This zesty-citrus-dressing goes well with spinach salad.
- I made a zesty-citrus-dressing with lemon and olive oil.
- The citrus dressing tasted fresh, not heavy.
Adinary Nuance
A zesty-citrus-dressing is sharper and fresher than a creamy dressing. It is close to a lemon dressing or vinaigrette, but it suggests a brighter, more lively taste. Writers use it when they want the salad to sound light and fresh, not rich or heavy.
In other languages
- Vietnamese
- sốt chanh cam
- Spanish
- aderezo cítrico
- Chinese
- 柑橘沙拉酱
- Japanese
- シトラスドレッシング
- Korean
- 시트러스 드레싱
Etymology
This is a modern compound made from English words: zesty, citrus, and dressing. It grew with food writing that likes clear, vivid names for flavours.
Common phrases
zesty citrus dressinga citrus dressinglight citrus dressinghomemade citrus dressing
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
- Is zesty-citrus-dressing the same as vinaigrette?
- Often, yes. But zesty-citrus-dressing sounds more citrus-led and more lively in taste.
- Is this phrase common in restaurants?
- Yes, especially on menus and recipe pages. It sounds fresh and appealing.
- Can I use it for non-salad dishes?
- Yes. It can also work as a sauce for vegetables or grilled chicken.
- Does zesty mean spicy here?
- Not usually. Here it means bright, sharp, and full of flavour.