Quick Gluten-Free Shepherd’s Pie (With Meatless Lentil Option)

Name: Quick Gluten-Free Shepherd’s Pie (With Meatless Lentil Option)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 5 medium yukon gold potatoes; ¼ cup reserved potato water; 2 tbs vegan butter; 1 tbs garlic powder; 2 tbs dry oregano; 1 teaspoon salt; 1.5 lbs ground meat; 2 tablespoon olive oil; 1 large onion; 3 garlic coves; 1 tablespoon chicken broth concentrate; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon all spice; ½ cup tomato puree; 2 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 tablespoon gluten free soy sauce; 1 cup frozen corn; 1 cup frozen peas; salt to taste

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Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings
6 servings
Calories
336 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
gluten-free

Quick Gluten-Free Shepherd’s Pie (With Meatless Lentil Option)

Uri Pugh

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This gluten-free shepherd’s pie is rich and hearty with a perfectly seasoned meat filling or lentil base, topped with creamy mashed potatoes. Its balanced flavors and traditional roots make it a stand-out option, with allergy-friendly adjustments for a versatile, family-friendly dinner.

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Ingredients

Servings

Mashed Potato Top

5 medium yukon gold potatoes
¼ cup reserved potato water
2 tbs vegan butter or olive oil
1 tbs garlic powder
2 tbs dry oregano
1 teaspoon salt

For the Meat Filling

1.5 lbs ground meat or vegan ground * See recipe note
2 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion chopped
3 garlic coves minced
1 tablespoon chicken broth concentrate or paste
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon all spice
½ cup tomato puree
2 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon gluten free soy sauce
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup frozen peas
salt to taste

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Instructions

Preheat: Preheat oven to 400°F and set a pot of salted water to boil.
Prepare the Mashed Potatoes: Head over to our Creamy Mashed Potatoes or High-Protein Mashed Potatoes recipes to get the full details (link in recipe notes).Briefly, peel and dice Yukon gold potatoes into evenly sized chunks. Boil in salted water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. For a high-protein option, cook red lentils separately in water. Mash the potatoes and lentils together with vegan butter, salt, and reserved potato water until smooth.
Make the Sauce Base: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté the onions until soft and golden, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, veggie broth concentrate, oregano, Italian seasoning, and allspice. Cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Cook the Protein: Add ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks (8-10 minutes). For the lentil version, stir in cooked lentils after adding the tomato paste. Add tomato paste, puree, soy sauce, peas, and corn. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the filling is thickened.
Assemble: Spread the meat or lentil filling evenly in a baking dish, pressing down slightly. Top with the mashed potatoes, spreading them evenly across the surface. Use a fork to create decorative ridges for texture.
Bake: Bake for 20 minutes. For a golden, crispy potato topping, broil on high for the last 2-3 minutes. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Ground Meat: This recipe was tested with both a vegan beyond meat version (which is gluten-free) and a meat version. Both work great! You can also swap the ground for 3 cups of canned lentils (drained and rinsed). Simmer longer, or add cornstarch if it is too watery.
Mashed Potatoes: Make our Gluten-Free Creamy Mashed Potatoes or High-Protein Mashed Potatoes for the topping.
Leftover Lentils? Use them to make our flavorful Spiced Lentil Bowls.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze assembled but unbaked pie for up to 2 months.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving Calories 336kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 46g (15%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Sodium 487mg (20%) Potassium 917mg (26%) Fiber 14g (56%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 828IU (17%) Vitamin C 31mg (34%) Calcium 83mg (8%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 336 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	1serving
Calories	336kcal	17%
Carbohydrates	46g	15%
Protein	20g	40%
Fat	9g	14%
Saturated Fat	2g	10%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	1g	5%
Sodium	487mg	20%
Potassium	917mg	20%
Fiber	14g	56%
Sugar	5g	10%
Vitamin A	828IU	17%
Vitamin C	31mg	34%
Calcium	83mg	8%
Iron	4mg	22%