Shrimp Rellenos

SERVES: 6

PREP: 25 Min

COOK TIME: 5 Min

If you've had a hankering for a Mexican feast, then you'll love this seafood twist on a restaurant favorite. Our recipe for Shrimp Rellenos uses our signature "Quick & Easy" style to bring you a Mexican-style dinner in under 30 minutes. And with a smattering of veggies thrown in the mix, you can feel good about eating this meal.

What You'll Need

3 (4-ounce) cans whole green chilies
6 cups water
3/4 pound unpeeled, medium-size fresh shrimp (see note)
1 small red apple, diced
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
4 scallions, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind
2 teaspoons lime juice
3 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise
6 cups mixed salad greens

What to Do

Cut green chilies lengthwise on 1 side; remove and discard seeds. Drain well on paper towels.
Bring 6 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan; add shrimp, and cook 3 to 5 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink. Drain and rinse with cold water. Chill.
Peel shrimp, and devein, if desired. Dice shrimp.
Stir together shrimp, diced apple, and next 6 ingredients in a medium bowl. Spoon shrimp mixture evenly into green chilies, and arrange on mixed salad greens.