Name: Delicious Vegetarian Lentil Shepherd's Pie Recipe for Dinner
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients: 1 cup of lentils (green or brown); 2 tablespoons of olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 2 carrots, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 3 cloves of garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon of tomato paste; 1 teaspoon of dried thyme; 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika; 1 cup of vegetable broth; 1 cup of frozen peas; 2 pounds of potatoes, peeled and cubed; 1/4 cup of milk or plant-based milk; Salt and pepper to taste; Optional: Diced mushrooms, cheddar cheese, fennel seeds; Special Garnish: Fresh parsley or chives

Description

Savor a hearty Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie made with lentils. Perfect for dinner, this dish is nutritious, filling, and bursting with flavor. Experience comfort!

Ingredients

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1 cup of lentils (green or brown)

2 tablespoons of olive oil

1 onion, chopped

2 carrots, diced

2 celery stalks, diced

3 cloves of garlic, minced

1 tablespoon of tomato paste

1 teaspoon of dried thyme

1 teaspoon of smoked paprika

1 cup of vegetable broth

1 cup of frozen peas

2 pounds of potatoes, peeled and cubed

1/4 cup of milk or plant-based milk

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional: Diced mushrooms, cheddar cheese, fennel seeds

Special Garnish: Fresh parsley or chives

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Instructions

Rinse lentils under cold water and cook in boiling water for 20-25 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery, cooking for 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.

Stir in tomato paste, thyme, and smoked paprika, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.

Add cooked lentils, vegetable broth, and frozen peas to the skillet, stirring well. Let simmer for about 10 minutes, then season with salt and pepper.

While filling simmers, boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash with milk, salt, and pepper until creamy.

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Layer lentil mixture in a baking dish and top with mashed potatoes, creating swirls for a rustic look.

Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and crispy. Broil for the last few minutes for extra crunch if desired.

Let rest for a few minutes before serving, garnished with fresh parsley or chives.

Notes

A warm and comforting vegetarian twist on the classic shepherd’s pie, filled with lentils and topped with creamy mashed potatoes.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings
Calories: 320
Sugar: 5g
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 12g
Protein: 12g