Thanksgiving Peas (with Pear and turkey strips)
Elevate your holiday dinner with Thanksgiving Peas (with Pear and turkey strips), a delightful side dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. This recipe showcases vibrant green peas paired with succulent turkey strips and juicy pears, all brought together with a zesty lemon-Dijon mustard dressing. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy addition to your Thanksgiving feast or any family meal. The colorful ingredients create an eye-catching presentation, making it a hit at gatherings. Your guests will be asking for the recipe after they experience this flavor-packed dish that captures the spirit of the season.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ½ pound turkey strips (diced)
- 3 medium shallots (sliced)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 16 ounces frozen peas
- 1 pear (diced)
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- ½ cup parsley (chopped)
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Peel, slice, and dice the pear, tossing it with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the diced turkey until golden brown. Remove and drain excess fat.
- Sauté shallots in the same skillet until softened; stir in Dijon mustard.
- Add peas and diced pears to the skillet, stirring for about five minutes until warmed through.
- Turn off heat and fold in half of the turkey strips, chopped parsley, and black pepper.
- Serve in a bowl topped with remaining turkey strips and lemon zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg