Rosemary Butternut Squash, Quinoa, and Vegetable Soup - Nordic Ware

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa, dry
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 small onions, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 zucchini, quartered
• 1 cup carrots, quartered or cut into small rounds
• 2 small butternut squashes, peeled and cubed
• 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup chopped kale
• fresh rosemary, chopped (about 1 Tbsp or more to taste)
• salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: chicken breast or sausage, red pepper flakes, feta or parmesan cheese