Zucchini with Basil Vinaigrette

As any backyard gardener knows, zucchini is abundant in the United States during the summer months. A low-fat vegetable that is high in vitamin C, zucchini has a delicate flavor that requires little more than quick cooking with olive oil and fresh herbs, such as basil. This recipe originated in italy—the last country along the Silk Road—where most of my father’s side of the family decided to live. Traditionally, the zucchini was fried in olive oil; however, brushing with olive oil works jus