Thanksgiving Peas (with Pear and turkey strips)
Thanksgiving Peas (with Pear and turkey strips) brings a burst of flavor and color to your holiday table. This delightful side dish combines sweet, juicy pears with tender turkey strips and vibrant peas, all enhanced by a zesty lemon-Dijon mustard dressing. It’s quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy Thanksgiving kitchens or any festive gathering. The unique blend of flavors appeals to both kids and adults, ensuring this dish becomes a family favorite. Easy to make ahead, this recipe allows you to enjoy more time with loved ones while still serving an impressive side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 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
- ½ cup chopped parsley
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the pear by peeling, slicing, and dicing it. Toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook turkey strips until golden brown. Remove and drain excess fat.
- In the same skillet, sauté shallots for about a minute before stirring in Dijon mustard.
- Add peas and pears to the skillet, cooking for five minutes until warmed through.
- Turn off the heat and fold in half of the crispy turkey strips along with parsley and black pepper.
- Serve in a bowl topped with remaining turkey strips and lemon zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg