Cucumber Tofu Salad

Photo: Kate Bittman

Makes: 4 servings
Time: 1 ½ hours, largely unattended

This is a great dish for entertaining since it has to marinate for at least an hour before being served — and can sit for a couple of hours after that.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup rice or white vinegar

• One 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced or grated

• 3 tablespoons sugar

• 1 teaspoon salt,…