Zestful

API

Parse recipe ingredients into structured JSON data

Overview

Zestful API offers a RESTful interface to convert unstructured recipe ingredient strings into structured JSON. Its core POST endpoint accepts ingredient text and returns detailed fields like quantity, unit, product name, preparation notes, and variations. Ideal for recipe apps, meal planners, grocery list generators, and nutritional analysis tools. The API handles diverse formats (e.g., '1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, sifted') and delivers standardized outputs to simplify integration into food-related platforms.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://zestfuldata.com/')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful API
JSON response format
Accurate ingredient parsing
Standardized quantity/unit output
Multi-format ingredient support

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Zestful API free to use?

Yes, Zestful provides a free tier with up to 500 requests/month. Paid plans are available for higher volumes and advanced features.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, an API key is needed for authentication. You can get one by signing up on the Zestful website.

? What is the response format?

All responses are in JSON format, including structured data like quantity, unit, product name, and preparation instructions.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Food & Drink

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Easy integration with minimal setup
⊕ Free tier for small-scale projects
⊕ High accuracy in parsing varied ingredient strings

Cons

⊖ Rate-limited free tier
⊖ Paid plans required for large request volumes
⊖ No XML response option