Name: Ginger-Sesame Dressing
Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar; 2 tablespoons peeled and minced ginger; 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

Editor's note: The recipe and introductory text below are from Bikini Bootcamp: Two Weeks to Your Ultimate Beach Body, by Melissa Perlman and Erica Gragg.

This yummy dressing is a favorite at Bikini Bootcamp. Try it over salads, fish, and vegetables. You can dilute with water to your liking.

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