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Lentil & Vegetable Shepherd’s Pie

A plant-based shepherd's pie with a savory lentil and vegetable filling under a blanket of mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups lentils cooked
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables carrots, peas, corn
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cups mashed potatoes prepared from boiled potatoes with a little olive oil or plant-based milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, sauté for 3–4 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add mixed vegetables and cook for 5 minutes until slightly tender.
  4. Stir in cooked lentils, tomato paste, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  5. Transfer the lentil and vegetable mixture to a baking dish. Spread mashed potatoes evenly on top.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes until the top is slightly golden.
  7. Serve warm.