Meatless Shepherd's Pie

Cozy up to the ultimate comfort food with this hearty and satisfying Meatless Shepherd’s Pie! Packed with wholesome plant-based ingredients like creamy mashed potatoes, protein-rich lentils, and a medley of colorful vegetables, this dish delivers all the flavors of a classic shepherd’s pie without any meat. The savory filling is simmered with aromatic herbs like thyme and rosemary, then topped with a layer of golden, buttery mashed potatoes for a perfect finishing touch. Ready in just an hour, this vegetarian twist on a family favorite is perfect for weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleasing dish for gatherings. Serve it warm and watch everyone go back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 medium potatoes
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 medium celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 cups brown or green lentils, cooked and drained
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the potatoes into large chunks. Place them in a large pot, cover with water, and add a pinch of salt. Boil for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 2

Drain the potatoes and mash them with butter, milk, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Set aside.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion, carrots, and celery for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the cooked lentils, vegetable broth, tomato paste, soy sauce, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Mix well and let simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 7

Transfer the lentil and vegetable mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly.

Step 8

Spoon the mashed potatoes over the lentil mixture and spread it out smoothly. Use a fork to create a decorative texture on top, if desired.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the mashed potatoes are lightly golden on the edges.

Step 10

Let the Meatless Shepherd's Pie cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2646.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2712.6

Total Fat 85.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 135.0mg	0%
Sodium 3882.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 420.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 79.7g	0%
Total Sugars 58.6g
Protein 90.6g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 656.0mg	0%
Iron 32.9mg	0%
Potassium 10271.3mg	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: 27.3%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 59.8%