Lentil and Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie

This Lentil and Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie is a hearty and nutritious take on a classic comfort food, featuring a savory lentil filling topped with creamy sweet potato mash. It's a perfect balance of flavors and textures, ideal for a healthy dinner option.

Ingredients

• green or brown lentils - 150 grams
• sweet potatoes - 300 grams
• onion - 1 medium, diced
• carrot - 1 medium, diced
• celery - 1 stalk, diced
• garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• vegetable broth - 300 ml
• tomato paste - 1 tablespoon
• olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• thyme - 1 teaspoon, dried
• salt - 1 teaspoon
• black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• peas - 100 grams
• nutmeg - a pinch

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).
2. Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into chunks, then boil them in salted water for about 15-20 minutes until tender.
3. While the sweet potatoes are boiling, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
4. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
5. Stir in the lentils, vegetable broth, tomato paste, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes until the lentils are cooked and the mixture thickens.
6. Add the peas to the lentil mixture and stir well. Remove from heat.
7. Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, drain them and return to the pot. Add a pinch of nutmeg and mash until smooth.
8. In a baking dish, spread the lentil mixture evenly, then top with the sweet potato mash, smoothing it out with a spatula.
9. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the top is slightly golden.
10. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 18 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein and fiber, helping to promote satiety and digestive health.
• Sweet potatoes are a great source of vitamins A and C, supporting immune function and skin health.

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