Vegan Shepherd's Pie with Mushroom and Lentil Filling and Cauliflower Mash Topping

A comforting and hearty vegan shepherd's pie featuring a savory mushroom and lentil filling topped with a creamy cauliflower mash.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

1 hour 10 minutes

Calories

450

Level

Medium

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£1.57

Season:

🌸 Spring•☀️ Summer•🍂 Autumn

Meal Type:

Lunch•Dinner

Cuisine:

British

Dietary:

Gluten-Free

Mood:

Comfort Food

Ingredients

Servings

1mediumCauliflower(Cut into florets)

£1.50

2tablespoonsOlive Oil

£0.25

1mediumOnion(Diced)

£0.30

2mediumCarrots(Diced)

£0.20

2stalksCelery(Diced)

£0.40

8ouncesMushrooms(Cremini or button, sliced)

£1.20

3clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.15

1cupBrown or Green Lentils(Rinsed)

£0.50

4cupsVegetable Broth(Low sodium preferred)

£0.60

2tablespoonsTomato Paste

£0.15

1tablespoonSoy Sauce or Tamari(Adds umami)

£0.10

1teaspoonThyme(Dried)

£0.10

0.5teaspoonRosemary(Dried)

£0.10

2tablespoonsNutritional Yeast(For cheesy flavor in the mash)

£0.30

2tablespoonsVegan Butter or Margarine(For creaminess in the mash)

£0.20

to tasteSalt

to tasteBlack Pepper

0.5cupFrozen Peas (Optional)(Added at the end of cooking the filling)

£0.25

Total Cost

£6.30

£1.57 per serving

The Method

1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Prepare the Cauliflower Mash: Steam or boil cauliflower florets until very tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
3
While the cauliflower is cooking, prepare the filling: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
4
Add mushrooms and garlic and cook until mushrooms are softened and browned, about 5-7 minutes more.
5
Stir in tomato paste, thyme, and rosemary and cook for 1 minute.
6
Add lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until lentils are tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
7
If using, stir in frozen peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
8
While the lentils are simmering, finish the cauliflower mash: Transfer cooked cauliflower to a bowl. Add vegan butter, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper. Mash with a potato masher or use a hand mixer to create a smooth and creamy mash.
9
Season the lentil and mushroom mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
10
Assemble the Shepherd's Pie: Pour the lentil and mushroom filling into a 9x13 inch baking dish or individual ramekins.
11
Spread the cauliflower mash evenly over the filling.
12
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is lightly golden brown.
13
Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (550g)

450 kcal / 1883 kJ

Carbs

55g

21% of RDA

Fat

18g

26% of RDA

Protein

25g

50% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

20 g

67% of RDA

Sugar

12 g

13% of RDA

Sodium

750 mg

33% of RDA

Saturated Fat

4 g

20% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a richer flavor, add a splash of red wine to the filling after the vegetables are softened.

If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs. Reduce the amount by half.

Customize the vegetables in the filling to your liking. Corn, green beans, or parsnips would also work well.

For a smoother cauliflower mash, use a food processor or blender, but be careful not to over-process it, as it can become gluey.

To add a crispy topping, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the cauliflower mash before baking, then drizzle with olive oil.

Cooking Equipment

Oven

Large pot or Dutch oven

Steamer or pot for cauliflower

Potato masher or hand mixer

Wine Pairings

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Chef's Tips

For a richer flavor, add a splash of red wine to the filling after the vegetables are softened.

If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs. Reduce the amount by half.

Customize the vegetables in the filling to your liking. Corn, green beans, or parsnips would also work well.

For a smoother cauliflower mash, use a food processor or blender, but be careful not to over-process it, as it can become gluey.

To add a crispy topping, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the cauliflower mash before baking, then drizzle with olive oil.

Vegan Shepherd's Pie with Mushroom and Lentil Filling and Cauliflower Mash Topping

Ingredients

The Method