slightly salty

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I don’t smoke mine after curing — I prefer the mild, silky, slightly salty result as is.

From Salon • Dec. 4, 2025

For several months, the authorities had to take supplies from a river estuary where sea water mixes with fresh water, making tap water slightly salty.

From BBC • Oct. 22, 2023

It’s slightly salty with a hint of grapefruit — the taste is far less sweet and more refreshing than its American counterpart.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 19, 2022

In my version, softened store-bought vanilla ice cream is spread over an easy, no-bake, slightly salty, pretzel crust.

From Washington Post • Jun. 15, 2022

He cut a thin sliver and found it chewy and very slightly salty, but full of good flavor.

From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman