Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCity Silo Table + PantryCity Silo Bowl Recipe

City Silo Bowl Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

A hearty bowl with quinoa, black beans, seasonal veggies, and a choice of dressing.

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Ingredients

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Grains

Legumes

Method

Prepare the Quinoa

  1. 1

    Rinse the Quinoa

    Start by rinsing 1 cup of quinoa under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer to remove any bitterness.

  2. 2

    Cook the Quinoa

    In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for about 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Prepare the Vegetables

  1. 3

    Prepare Seasonal Veggies

    While the quinoa is cooking, dice 1 cup of bell pepper and 1 cup of zucchini. If using fresh corn, cut it off the cob to yield 1 cup. Halve 1 cup of cherry tomatoes and chop 2 cups of fresh spinach.

  2. 4

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced bell pepper and zucchini, cooking for about 5 minutes until slightly softened. Then add the corn and cherry tomatoes, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes. Finally, add the chopped spinach and sauté until wilted, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Prepare the Dressing

  1. 5

    Mix the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of honey (if using). Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Assemble the Bowl

  1. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    In serving bowls, layer the cooked quinoa as the base. Top with the sautéed vegetables and black beans (drained and rinsed).

  2. 7

    Drizzle with Dressing

    Drizzle the prepared dressing over the top of each bowl to taste. Mix gently to combine.

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