How to Use unsalted in a Sentence

unsalted

adjective
  • Add a pinch of salt if using unsalted butter.
    — Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
  • Because some of the components in this recipe are very salty, choose unsalted beef broth for this recipe.
    — Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2025
  • To a bowl, add all-purpose flour, salt, and cold, unsalted butter, cut into small pieces.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Heat same skillet to medium-high and melt unsalted butter.
    — Judy Bart Kancigor, Oc Register, 23 Oct. 2025
  • Choose unsalted or plain pumpkin seeds for a bedtime snack and be mindful of portion size.
    — Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 19 Sep. 2025
  • If you’ve only got unsalted on hand, add another ¼ tsp.
    — Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Nov. 2025
  • Use cold, unsalted butter for even melting across the surface.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2025
  • Instead, go with unsalted nuts, fresh veggies, and low-sodium dips.
    — Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 19 Aug. 2025
  • Healthful fats can come from foods like avocados, olive oil, fish or small amounts of unsalted nuts.
    — Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026
  • Just add three-quarters of a stick of softened unsalted butter and one egg to the contents of the box to make the dough.
    — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 22 June 2026
  • Stir in extra-virgin olive oil and cubed unsalted butter, then use clean hands to pinch this into a soft, crumbly blend.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Adding moderate portions of unsalted seeds to a balanced diet can help protect your heart.
    — Jillian Kubala, Health, 25 June 2026
  • Use unsalted, fresh rice water sparingly to avoid soil buildup, bacteria, or fungi that can harm your plants.
    — Lauren David, Martha Stewart, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Add diced very cold unsalted butter and very cold vegetable shortening, then pulse about 8 to 12 times more.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Nov. 2025
  • Still, some marine mammals can’t resist a mouthful of unsalted goodness.
    — Sara Kiley Watson, Popular Science, 18 Mar. 2026
  • If your drippings seem too intense or salty, dilute with a little unsalted turkey stock before using.
    — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 25 Nov. 2025
  • For something more savory, try unsalted tortilla chips with homemade salsa or a slice of whole wheat toast with avocado.
    — Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 4 May 2026
  • In a medium skillet over medium heat, add unsalted butter and washed and scrubbed baby potatoes, cut into about 1-inch cubes.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Dec. 2025
  • The best options include peanut butter that’s homemade, unsalted, or made specifically for dogs.
    — Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
  • Choose unsalted or lightly salted varieties to keep sodium in check, or roast your own at home using a dash of olive oil or garlic powder for flavor.
    — Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 27 Nov. 2025
  • Serve the delicacy on blinis with unsalted butter or crème fraîche using the mother-of-pearl button that comes in the package.
    — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Stir in bouillon and unsalted butter until vegetables are evenly coated.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
  • Using a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, add diced cold unsalted butter to the dry ingredients and mix on low.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2026
  • When purchasing pre-roasted pumpkin seeds or pepitas, look for unsalted varieties and season them lightly at home as needed.
    — Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 19 Jan. 2026
  • For the most nutritional benefit, choose unsalted, raw, or dry-roasted pumpkin seeds, and store them in a cool, dry place to keep their healthy fats from going rancid.
    — Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 17 Oct. 2025
  • This one, my current obsession, includes raw unsalted pistachios, pecans, and raisins, all from TJ’s.
    — Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Apr. 2026
  • In a heat-proof bowl over simmering water (aka a double boiler set-up), melt unsalted butter and bittersweet chocolate, stirring until smooth.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Feb. 2026
  • Choosing unsalted cashews helps limit sodium intake, which is important for managing blood pressure.
    — Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 9 Dec. 2025
  • Avoid extra sodium by eating unsalted varieties.
    — Julie Scott, Verywell Health, 20 Jan. 2026
  • Roasted unsalted or lightly salted nuts are also considered healthful choices.
    — Kelly Burch, Verywell Health, 4 May 2026

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