Thanksgiving Peas (with Pear and Turkey Strips)
Thanksgiving Peas with Pear and Turkey Strips is a vibrant side dish that’s perfect for your holiday table. This delightful recipe combines the sweetness of fresh pears with savory turkey strips, all tossed in a bright, zesty lemon-mustard dressing. Packed with protein from turkey and fiber from peas and pears, this dish not only adds color but also nutrition to any festive spread. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests. Serve it alongside your favorite main dishes for a well-rounded meal that balances flavors beautifully.
- 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
- 16 ounces frozen peas
- 1 pear
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Peel, slice, and dice the pear; toss with lemon juice.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook diced turkey strips until golden brown. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, add sliced shallots and cook until softened, then stir in Dijon mustard.
- Add frozen peas and prepared pears; stir continuously for about five minutes or until heated through.
- Turn off the heat; fold in half of the turkey strips along with parsley and black pepper.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, top with remaining turkey strips, and garnish with lemon zest before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg