Sweet Potato & Lentil Shepherd’s Pie Recipe
A hearty and comforting Sweet Potato & Lentil Shepherd’s Pie, featuring a flavorful lentil and vegetable filling topped with creamy mashed sweet potatoes, baked to golden perfection. This vegan-friendly dish combines wholesome ingredients for a nutritious and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Lentil Filling
- 1 cup lentils, rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Other
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the shepherd’s pie.
- Cook Sweet Potatoes: Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into chunks. Boil them in water until they are tender enough to mash easily, usually about 15-20 minutes.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Garlic and Herbs: Stir in the minced garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Cook for about 1 minute to release the flavors.
- Cook Lentils: Add the rinsed lentils and the vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook until the lentils are tender and have absorbed some of the liquid, about 20-25 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Mash Sweet Potatoes: Drain the cooked sweet potatoes and mash them with salt and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Pie: Spread the cooked lentil and vegetable mixture evenly in a baking dish. Carefully layer the mashed sweet potatoes on top, smoothing them out to cover the filling completely.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is slightly golden and the filling is bubbly.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add chili flakes to the lentil mixture during cooking.
- This dish can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days before baking.
- Adding vegan cheese on top before baking can provide an extra layer of flavor and richness.
Keywords: sweet potato, lentil, shepherd's pie, vegan, comfort food, vegetable dish, baked casserole
