Zucchini Salad with Mint and Basil

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Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• ½ red onion, finely chopped
• 6 cups small zucchini, thinly sliced and seeds removed
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil
• 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice, or more to taste
• ½ teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste