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Easy Vegan Shepherd's Pie
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Easy Vegan Shepherd's Pie

This hearty and comforting vegan shepherd's pie features a savory lentil filling topped with creamy mashed potatoes. A perfect easy vegan dinner recipe!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Category: Main Course
Kitchen: Vegan
Keyword: dairy-free recipes, easy vegan dinner recipes, lentil recipes, plant-based meals, vegan comfort food
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Dorothy

Ingredients

  • 3 cups mashed potatoes (prepared)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 cup cooked lentils
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions, garlic, and carrots until softened.
  3. Add cooked lentils, tomato paste, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir in vegetable broth and cook until thickened.
  4. Mix in frozen peas and remove from heat.
  5. Transfer the filling to a baking dish and spread evenly. Top with mashed potatoes, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  7. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, sprinkle nutritional yeast on top before baking. You can use sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes for a sweeter twist.