Lockdown at home is dull. Cooking becomes an activity that entertains as well as provides, but rather than mains, the side dishes can be the more exciting part to eat, especially when as simple to make as this salad.

A busy Indonesian salad with a sweet ginger dressing highlights the crunchy sliced cucumbers and shredded carrots and ties this cool, crunchy side dish together.

ingredients

1/2 cup water
1/2 cup white vinegar
2 teaspoons crushed fresh ginger root
3 1/2 tablespoons sugar
3 teaspoons salt
1 yellow onion, cut in chunks
5 cups coarsely chopped cabbage
1 cup peeled and finely shredded carrot
2 cups julienne sliced cucumber

directions

Combine the water, vinegar, ginger, sugar, and salt in a small bowl. Whisk well to combine. 

Place the onion, cabbage, carrot, and cucumber in a large bowl. Drizzle the dressing mixture over then toss well to combine. 

Place the salad in the refrigerator for 1 hour to chill. Toss again before serving. 

Salad can be chilled for up to 8 hours before serving.