Thanksgiving Peas (with Pear and Turkey Strips)
Thanksgiving Peas (with Pear and Turkey Strips) is a delightful side dish that brings a festive touch to your holiday table. This quick and easy recipe combines vibrant green peas, tender turkey strips, and juicy pears, creating a balance of sweet and savory flavors everyone will love. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect not only for Thanksgiving but also for busy weeknights or family gatherings. The addition of lemony Dijon mustard elevates its taste profile while adding a beautiful pop of color to your meal. Impress your guests with this wholesome dish that’s sure to become a new favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ pound turkey strips
- 3 medium shallots
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 16 ounces frozen peas
- 1 pear
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- ½ cup chopped parsley
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Peel, slice, and dice the pear. Toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the turkey strips until golden brown, then remove.
- Sauté sliced shallots in the same skillet for about a minute; add Dijon mustard.
- Stir in peas and diced pears; cook for five minutes until warmed through.
- Fold in half of the turkey strips, parsley, and black pepper off the heat.
- Serve in a large bowl topped with remaining turkey strips and lemon zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg