Thanksgiving Peas (with Pear and turkey strips)
Thanksgiving Peas (with Pear and turkey strips) is a vibrant and delicious side dish that effortlessly enhances your holiday table. This recipe features tender turkey strips sautéed to perfection, mixed with sweet, juicy pears, and bright green peas, all enveloped in a tangy Dijon mustard sauce. It’s quick to prepare—ready in just 30 minutes—and brings a festive flair to any gathering. The combination of flavors and colors will impress your guests, making this dish a memorable addition to your Thanksgiving feast or any family occasion.
- 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
- 16 ounces frozen peas
- 1 ripe pear
- 1 lemon (for zest and juice)
- ½ cup chopped parsley
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prep the Pear: Peel, slice, and dice the pear. Mix with lemon juice in a bowl to prevent browning.
- Cook the Turkey Strips: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook diced turkey strips until golden brown. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Sauté Shallots: In the same skillet, add sliced shallots and cook for about a minute until softened. Stir in Dijon mustard.
- Combine Peas and Pears: Add frozen peas and diced pears to the skillet. Cook for about five minutes until heated through.
- Mix Everything: Turn off heat; add half of the cooked turkey back into the pan with parsley and black pepper. Stir well.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving bowl, topping with remaining turkey strips and lemon zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg