Clean Eating Shepherd's Pie

Indulge in the wholesome comfort of Clean Eating Shepherd's Pie, a nutritious twist on a classic favorite that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. This hearty recipe swaps traditional mashed potatoes for creamy, vitamin-packed sweet potatoes, while lean ground turkey keeps it light yet satisfying. Bursting with flavor from a medley of sautéed vegetables, garlic, thyme, and a rich tomato-based sauce, this dish balances clean ingredients with indulgent taste. The shepherd’s pie is baked to perfection, creating a golden-topped masterpiece that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, it’s a family-friendly, guilt-free option everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound lean ground turkey
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 large carrot, diced
• 2 medium celery stalks, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
• 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 0.25 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons ghee or coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the cubed sweet potatoes and boil for 15 minutes, or until soft. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

While the sweet potatoes are cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the cooked ground turkey, frozen peas, chicken broth, tomato paste, and thyme. Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Meanwhile, mash the cooked sweet potatoes with almond milk, ghee (or coconut oil), sea salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Transfer the turkey and vegetable mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

Spoon the mashed sweet potatoes on top of the turkey and vegetable mixture, spreading it out to cover completely.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the top is slightly golden.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy this clean and comforting meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1955.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1940.3

Total Fat 91.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 408.0mg	0%
Sodium 3242.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 183.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.4g	0%
Total Sugars 51.3g
Protein 114.8g	0%

Vitamin D 22.0IU	0%
Calcium 542.8mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 4664.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.8%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 36.4%