Healthy Shepherd's Pie

Indulge in a guilt-free comfort food classic with this Healthy Shepherd's Pie, a lighter twist on the hearty original. Featuring a velvety mashed cauliflower topping instead of traditional potatoes, this recipe is packed with wholesome ingredients like lean ground turkey, vibrant carrots, sweet peas, and a medley of flavorful seasonings. Each layer is loaded with nutrients and simmered to perfection, creating a savory, satisfying dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. With just 20 minutes of prep and baked to golden perfection in 40 minutes, this low-carb, high-protein shepherd's pie is a delicious, family-friendly meal that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Whether you're seeking a healthier dinner option or a crowd-pleasing comfort food, this recipe delivers on both taste and nutrition.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 large head cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.25 cups plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 pound lean ground turkey
• 2 medium, diced carrots
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 0.5 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon, divided salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Separate the cauliflower into florets and steam or boil them until tender, approximately 10-12 minutes.

Step 3

Once tender, transfer the cauliflower to a food processor or blender along with the unsalted butter, Greek yogurt, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Blend until smooth and set aside. (Alternatively, mash by hand if you prefer a chunkier texture.)

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Step 5

Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it into smaller pieces with a wooden spoon as it cooks, about 6-7 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the diced carrots, frozen peas, chicken broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes until the carrots are tender and the liquid has slightly reduced.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Spoon the mashed cauliflower over the turkey and vegetable layer, spreading it out to cover the filling completely. Smooth the surface with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until the top begins to lightly brown.

Step 10

Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1944.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1483.3

Total Fat 75.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Cholesterol 392.1mg	0%
Sodium 4287.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 104.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.9g	0%
Total Sugars 43.7g
Protein 125.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 509.2mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 5114.0mg	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: 42.6%

Protein: 31.3%

Carbs: 26.1%