Heart-Healthy Classic Meat Pie
Indulge in the comforting flavors of a hearty meat pie with a health-conscious twist! This **Heart-Healthy Classic Meat Pie** combines the rich, savory goodness of lean ground turkey with a vibrant medley of vegetables like carrots, celery, and peas, all simmered in a flavorful low-sodium broth and seasoned with fresh thyme and rosemary. Encased in a wholesome whole wheat pastry crust, this lightened-up version of the traditional favorite is lower in saturated fat and sodium without sacrificing taste. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this recipe is a healthier spin on comfort food that doesn’t compromise on satisfaction. Ready in just 90 minutes and serving six, it’s a delicious way to nourish your body and enjoy a guilt-free treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams lean ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 medium celery stalks, diced
- 250 ml low sodium beef broth
- 150 grams frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
- 2 sheets whole wheat pastry crust
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 piece egg white, beaten
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
Add the minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Increase the heat to medium-high, add the ground turkey to the skillet, and cook until browned, about 8 minutes. Break it apart with a wooden spoon.
Sprinkle the whole wheat flour over the turkey mixture, stirring to combine and cook for another minute.
Gradually pour in the low sodium beef broth, stirring as you go, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Add the frozen peas, thyme leaves, rosemary, black pepper, and salt.
Reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 10 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
Roll out the whole wheat pastry crust sheets. Line a greased 9-inch pie dish with one sheet, pressing down gently into the dish.
Pour the turkey filling into the crust-lined pie dish. Cover with the second pastry crust sheet. Seal and crimp the edges to secure the pie, and cut a few slits on top to release steam during baking.
Brush the top crust with the beaten egg white for a glossy finish.
Place the pie in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
Let the pie cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your heart-healthy classic meat pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1414 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.3 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.5 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 357 mg | 119% | |
| Sodium | 2063 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.7 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.4 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.2 g | ||
| Protein | 121.2 g | 242% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 276 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2715 mg | 58% | |
*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.
