peppery

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Asked if he likes the peppery salad leaves, the champion, nicknamed the "Popeye of Watercress eating", said: "I don't mind a bit of it mixed in with something."

From BBC • May 17, 2026

The characters she has assembled have a peppery intrigue.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Their lineup includes Rumi, a robust and peppery variety; Nabali, smooth and gently fruity; and Jenin, a heritage blend from farms surrounding the city of Jenin.

From Salon • Dec. 4, 2025

These peppery greens contain abundant fiber and bioactive compounds, including polysaccharides and antioxidants.

From Science Daily • Oct. 12, 2025

On the day Master’s mother arrived from the village, Ugwu cooked a peppery jollof rice.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie