savory

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Raita has forever converted me into a savory yogurt lover.

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2026

For me, it was a combination of umami and lemon—salty, savory, a little sharp.

From Salon • Mar. 25, 2026

Ultraprocessed foods like soft drinks, bacon and other processed meats, frozen meals, packaged baked goods and packaged savory snacks like chips account for more than 50% of the calories the average American consumes each day.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

A savory snack plate is deeply satisfying in a way that single snacks rarely are.

From Salon • Mar. 9, 2026

The king took out the plates of delicate pink shrimp dumplings, savory noodles and pork, dragon’s beard bean sprouts, emerald green chives, and a bowl of white jade tofu soup.

From "Where the Mountain Meets the Moon" by Grace Lin