Thanksgiving Peas (with Pear and Turkey Strips)
Thanksgiving Peas (with Pear and Turkey Strips) is a vibrant and flavorful side dish that adds a delightful twist to your holiday table. This quick and easy recipe combines tender frozen peas, savory turkey strips, and sweet pears, all tied together with a hint of zesty lemon Dijon mustard. It’s not just a dish; it’s a celebration of flavors that will impress both kids and adults alike. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this dish can be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy more moments with your loved ones. Serve it alongside your favorite Thanksgiving dishes for a memorable meal.
- 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 (cut into small dice)
- 3 medium shallots (halved and thinly sliced)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 16 ounces frozen peas
- 1 pear (diced)
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- ½ cup roughly chopped parsley
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prep the pear by peeling, slicing, and dicing it into small pieces. Toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the diced turkey strips until golden brown. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- In the same skillet, sauté shallots until softened, then stir in the Dijon mustard.
- Add peas and diced pears to the skillet; gently stir for about five minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat and fold in half of the turkey strips along with parsley and black pepper.
- Serve in a large bowl topped with remaining turkey strips and lemon zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg