1-First Steps: Prep and Heat: Start by washing and chopping all vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking think slicing carrots thinly and cutting broccoli into small florets. Once prepped, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil or melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it’s shimmering and ready for action.

2-Cooking the Vegetables: Add the chopped onion, along with the other vegetables, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder if you’re using it. Stir occasionally and saute until the vegetables reach that crisp-tender stage, which takes about 8 minutes, allowing flavors to meld beautifully.

3-Cooking the Vegetables: After that, mix in the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter, then season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste for a perfect finish. Serve right away, perhaps topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired, to enjoy the fresh flavors at their peak.