Zucchini Salad With Mint And Basil - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 cups water
1/2 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
1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Preparation

Bring water in a saucepan to a boil, add onion in a sieve and blanch for 1 minute. Remove and rinse under cold running water. Add zucchini to the pot with boiling water and cook for 30 seconds. Drain and put zucchini into a bowl with ice water. Move zucchini around so they cool evenly. Drain well.
Combine zucchini, mint, and basil in a large salad bowl. Mix oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a small cup and pour over salad. Mix and refrigerate for 30 minutes.