Oven-Roasted Tlayuda with Black Beans and Quesillo

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-01 · Updated 2026-06-01

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A traditional Oaxacan open-faced tortilla layered with refried black beans, melted quesillo cheese, and fresh avocado for a satisfying street food experience. This Mexican-inspired street-food recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs large tlayuda tortilla, cooked black beans, quesillo cheese (Oaxacan string cheese) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Mexican cuisine 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 large tlayuda tortilla
1 cup cooked black beans
100 g quesillo cheese (Oaxacan string cheese)
1 medium ripe avocado
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
4 lime wedges
to taste sea salt
1 tbsp vegetable oil

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the large tlayuda tortilla on a baking sheet and brush evenly with 1 tbsp vegetable oil to help crisp the shell.
Step 2: Spread 1 cup of cooked black beans evenly over the tortilla, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. Tear 100 g of quesillo cheese into small pieces and scatter over the beans.
Step 3: Roast in the oven for 8-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the tortilla edges are crisp and lightly browned.
Step 4: While the tlayuda bakes, slice 1 medium ripe avocado and thinly slice 1/4 cup of red onion. Remove the tlayuda from the oven and top with avocado slices, red onion, and 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves.
Step 5: Sprinkle sea salt to taste and serve immediately with 4 lime wedges for squeezing on top.