High Protein Shepherd's Pie
This High Protein Shepherd's Pie is a hearty and flavorful twist on the classic comfort food, designed to keep you fueled and satisfied! Packed with nutritious ingredients like lean ground turkey, protein-rich lentils, and creamy mashed sweet potatoes, this recipe offers a healthy balance of flavors and textures. The filling is a savory mix of turkey, tender vegetables, and warming seasonings, simmered in a flavorful broth, while the sweet potato topping provides a light, creamy finish. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a golden, bubbly bake, this dish is perfect for a wholesome family dinner or meal prep for the week. Enjoy a protein-packed, gluten-free take on a timeless favorite that’s both delicious and nourishing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large sweet potatoes
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 2 medium carrot
- 2 celery stalk
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
Instructions
Peel and cube the sweet potatoes. Place them in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until tender.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Chop the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic; then add to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft.
Add the ground turkey to the skillet, cooking until browned and cooked through. Use a wooden spoon to break up the meat as it cooks.
Stir in the cooked lentils, peas, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, chicken broth, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Allow to simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the mixture thickens slightly.
Drain the cooked sweet potatoes and mash them with Greek yogurt until smooth and creamy. Add salt to taste.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Transfer the turkey and vegetable mixture into a baking dish, spreading it evenly.
Spread the mashed sweet potatoes over the top, smoothing it out to cover the filling completely.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
Let the Shepherd's Pie cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your high-protein meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1991 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.3 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.2 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 326 mg | 109% | |
| Sodium | 3954 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 218.4 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.1 g | 175% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.7 g | ||
| Protein | 136.8 g | 274% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 499 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 21.4 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 2698 mg | 57% | |
*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.
