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Leprechaun Shepherd's Pie

Make this Leprechaun Shepherd's Pie this St. Patrick's Day. A healthy spin to traditional Shepherd's Pie using a green veggie to get a green crusted layer. Made with Romanesco "mashed potatoes" for a low-carb option. Ground turkey for a leaner version. Wholesome ingredients for a healthier Shepherd's Pie. 

Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Shepherd's Pie
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6 servings
Calories 208 kcal
Author Angelica Arias

Ingredients

For Ground Turkey:

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 2 carrots (diced)
  • 2 celery stalks (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup peas
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp pink salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion (diced)
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)

For Romanesco "Mashed Potatoes":

  • 1 romanesco head
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp pink salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper

Instructions

  1. Chop romanesco head and steam or boil for 10-15 minutes until soft. Place cooked romanesco head in food processor bowl along with garlic, butter, almond milk, salt and pepper. Pulse on high until well combined and creamy consistency is reached. Use a spatula or spoon and give romanesco a stir making sure there aren't any chunks and eveything has been blended. If there are any chunks left, blend again until completely smooth. Set romanesco "mashed potato" aside.

  2. In a large cast iron skillet, heat up 1 tbsp olive oil on medium-high heat. Toss in onion and garlic and sauté until onion begins to translucent. About 1-2 minutes.  

  3. Toss in diced carrots and celery. Continue to sauté for another 3-5 minutes until carrots start to soften. While carrots are sautéing, sprinkle with spices and herbs; thyme, oregano, paprika, and salt.

  4. Add ground turkey and drizzle with apple cider vinegar. Cook until turkey has browned. Toss in peas and continue to cook for another 3-5 minutes.   

  5. Preheat oven at 350 degrees. 

  6. In a deep baking dish, add cooked turkey and veggies. Dollop chunks of romanesco mashed potatoes and spread evenly over turkey and veggies.

  7. Place prepped shepherd's pie in oven and bake for 30-35 minutes.

  8. Remove from oven and allow to cool off for a bit. Cut through and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

*Recipe updated 03/07/19 for improvement.

Nutrition Facts
Leprechaun Shepherd's Pie
Amount per Serving
Calories
208
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
12
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
 
6
g
38
%
Trans Fat
 
0.3
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
4
g
Cholesterol
 
62
mg
21
%
Sodium
 
859
mg
37
%
Potassium
 
374
mg
11
%
Carbohydrates
 
7
g
2
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
19
g
38
%
Vitamin A
 
3856
IU
77
%
Vitamin C
 
9
mg
11
%
Calcium
 
57
mg
6
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.