Thanksgiving Peas (with Pear and turkey strips)
Thanksgiving Peas (with Pear and turkey strips) is a delightful and colorful side dish that will brighten your holiday table. This easy-to-make recipe features tender peas, sweet pears, and savory turkey strips, all tossed in a zesty lemony Dijon mustard dressing. Not only does it offer a beautiful balance of flavors, but it also provides a nutritious way to include vegetables in your meal. In just 30 minutes, you can prepare this family-friendly dish that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings or as a quick weeknight dinner option, Thanksgiving Peas (with Pear and turkey strips) is sure to become a new favorite in your kitchen.
- 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.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat; cook turkey strips until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In the same skillet, sauté shallots for about one minute until softened. Stir in Dijon mustard.
- Add frozen peas and diced pear; cook for five minutes until heated through.
- Turn off heat; gently fold in half of the turkey strips, parsley, and black pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with remaining turkey strips and lemon zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg