Thanksgiving Peas with Pear and Turkey Strips
Thanksgiving Peas with Pear and Turkey Strips is a delightful and festive side dish that beautifully marries the sweetness of pears with savory turkey and green peas. This dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrition, making it a perfect addition to your holiday table. With its vibrant colors and unique flavor profile, it’s sure to impress guests of all ages. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this recipe is versatile enough to be enjoyed during Thanksgiving or any family gathering throughout the year.
- 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 (zested and juiced)
- ½ cup chopped parsley
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Peel, slice, and dice the pear. Toss with lemon juice and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook turkey strips until golden brown; remove with a slotted spoon.
- Add shallots to the skillet; sauté for about one minute, then stir in Dijon mustard.
- Add peas and pears to the skillet; cook for about five minutes until warmed through.
- Stir in half of the cooked turkey strips, parsley, and black pepper.
- Serve in a bowl topped with remaining turkey strips and lemon zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg