Thanksgiving Peas (with Pear and Turkey Strips)
Thanksgiving Peas (with Pear and Turkey Strips) is a vibrant side dish that combines the sweetness of ripe pears with tender turkey strips and green peas, all brought together with a zesty hint of lemon and Dijon mustard. This recipe not only enhances your holiday table but also delivers a comforting blend of flavors that everyone will enjoy. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for festive gatherings or busy weeknights alike. Plus, you can easily make it ahead of time, allowing you to focus on other holiday preparations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ pound turkey strips (cut into small dice)
- 3 medium shallots (halved and thinly sliced)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 16 ounces frozen peas
- 1 pear (peeled and diced)
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- ½ cup roughly chopped parsley
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Peel, slice, and dice the pear. Toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook turkey strips until golden brown; set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Sauté shallots in the same skillet for about one minute until softened, then add Dijon mustard.
- Stir in peas and pears; cook for five minutes until heated through.
- Fold in half of the turkey strips, chopped parsley, and black pepper.
- Serve in a bowl, topped with remaining turkey strips and lemon zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg