Description
A comforting and hearty vegetarian recipe for Lentil Shepherd’s Pie. This flavorful dish features a rich lentil and vegetable filling topped with creamy mashed potatoes, baked to golden perfection. A satisfying meatless take on a classic comfort food, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup brown or green lentils, rinsed and drained
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 1/2 cup unsweetened plant-based milk (such as almond, soy, or oat)
- 2 tablespoons vegan butter or olive oil
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Boil potatoes with salt until fork-tender.
- 2. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery in olive oil until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 3. Stir in lentils, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, and paprika. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- 4. Add vegetable broth, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender and liquid is absorbed.
- 5. Stir in soy sauce/tamari, salt, and pepper to taste.
- 6. Drain potatoes, add plant-based milk, vegan butter/oil, and nutmeg (if using). Mash until smooth and creamy. Season to taste.
- 7. If needed, transfer lentil mixture to a baking dish. Spread mashed potatoes evenly over the top.
- 8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbling. Broil for the last 1-2 minutes if desired.
- 9. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-30 minutes, or microwave. Can be frozen for 2-3 months. Reheat from frozen in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 45-60 minutes, covered with foil initially.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 18g