Paleo Beef Cottage Pie

Savor the comforting flavors of this Paleo Beef Cottage Pie, a healthy and hearty twist on the classic dish. Featuring a rich and savory ground beef filling, infused with aromatic thyme, rosemary, and a touch of tomato paste, this recipe packs wholesome flavor in every bite. Instead of traditional mashed potatoes, a creamy cauliflower mash—blended with coconut milk for a silky texture—graces the top, making it entirely grain-free and Paleo-friendly. Packed with nutrient-dense vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, this cottage pie is both satisfying and nutritious. With just 20 minutes of prep and a golden-baked finish, it’s the perfect weeknight comfort food that doubles as a crowd-pleasing dinner centerpiece.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 large head Cauliflower
• 2 medium Carrot
• 2 medium Celery stalks
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 large Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 1 teaspoon Rosemary
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Separate the cauliflower into florets and steam them in a large pot until tender, about 10-15 minutes.

Step 3

While the cauliflower is cooking, finely chop the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery.

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, approximately 7-10 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato paste, beef broth, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until thickened.

Step 7

Transfer the beef mixture into a baking dish, spreading it into an even layer.

Step 8

In a food processor or blender, combine the cooked cauliflower with coconut milk and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 9

Spread the cauliflower mash over the beef mixture, smoothing it out with a spatula.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.

Step 11

Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious Paleo Beef Cottage Pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2053.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1705.1

Total Fat 112.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 4952.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 93.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.5g	0%
Total Sugars 41.0g
Protein 101.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 429.4mg	0%
Iron 14.9mg	0%
Potassium 4985.6mg	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: 56.5%

Protein: 22.7%

Carbs: 20.8%