
Starchy
Diet Vocabulary
Understand 'starchy' to discuss diets and nutrition, especially carbs.
Less starchy foods may benefit weight loss.
Food Texture
'Starchy' can imply the food feels thick or heavy in your mouth.
I prefer less starchy potatoes in my salad.
Culinary Context
'Starchy' is often used in cooking to describe an ingredient's role in a dish.
Add a starchy component like rice to balance the meal.
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