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 savory turkey for a festive touch. This easy-to-make recipe features tender peas enlivened by lemony Dijon mustard, making it a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving table. Not only does it look beautiful, but it also delivers on flavor, appealing to both kids and adults alike. Whip this delightful dish up in no time, whether you’re hosting a large gathering or enjoying a cozy family dinner.
- 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 parsley
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Peel, slice, and dice the pear. Toss with lemon juice to prevent browning and set aside.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook turkey strips until golden brown; remove and keep some fat in the pan.
- Sauté sliced shallots in the remaining fat for about a minute; then stir in Dijon mustard.
- Add frozen peas and diced pears; cook for about five minutes until heated through.
- Stir in half of the turkey strips along with chopped parsley and black pepper.
- Serve in a large bowl, topped with remaining turkey strips and lemon zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 55mg