Quick spiced shepherd's pie

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Low Fod Map
Health score
61%
Quick spiced shepherd's pie
45 min.
4
682kcal

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If you're craving a delicious, comforting meal that’s both satisfying and healthy, this Quick Spiced Shepherd's Pie is the perfect choice! Packed with a blend of rich Moroccan spices, this dish takes a traditional shepherd’s pie and adds a flavorful twist that will leave you coming back for more. The minced lamb is cooked to perfection, simmered with tomatoes to create a savory base, and topped with a creamy, spiced mashed potato layer that’s both gluten and dairy-free. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend treat, this dish is easy to make and packed with nutrients.

Not only does this shepherd’s pie deliver on taste, but it’s also incredibly healthy, boasting a well-balanced nutritional profile. With 682 calories per serving, it’s the ideal meal to fuel your day without the guilt. It’s also a great option for anyone following a low FODMAP diet, ensuring that you can enjoy a hearty meal without discomfort.

What’s even better? This dish can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the freezer for up to a month, making it perfect for meal prepping or when you're short on time. Once you're ready to serve, just grill it until the potatoes are crispy and golden—what could be easier? Treat yourself to a flavorful, nutritious meal that will quickly become a family favorite!

Ingredients

  • tbsp olive oil 
  • 500 lamb minced
  • tbsp suya seasoning mix (we used Schwartz's)
  • 400 canned tomatoes with garlic and onion chopped canned
  • 750 potatoes cooked

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick frying pan, then fry the lamb and half the spice mix over a high heat for 8 mins until browned. Tip in the tomatoes, then season and simmer for 20 mins until thick. Meanwhile, crush the potatoes with the remaining oil and spice mix.
  2. Heat the grill to high. Tip the hot sauce into a gratin dish and scatter with the potatoes. The pie can now be cooled and frozen for up to a month. Grill for 8 mins until the potatoes are crispy and golden.

Nutrition Facts

Calories682kcal
Protein15.57%
Fat57.06%
Carbs27.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.69
Glycemic Load
26.17
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
35.286521748356%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
1.5mg
Quercetin
1.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:682.01kcal
34.1%
Fat:44.19g
67.98%
Saturated Fat:14.93g
93.31%
Carbohydrates:47.69g
15.9%
Net Carbohydrates:36.95g
13.44%
Sugar:6.32g
7.02%
Cholesterol:91.25mg
30.42%
Sodium:220.05mg
9.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.13g
54.25%
Vitamin K:90.71µg
86.39%
Vitamin C:46.39mg
56.23%
Vitamin B3:11.16mg
55.81%
Manganese:1.05mg
52.34%
Iron:8.86mg
49.21%
Vitamin B6:0.98mg
49.07%
Vitamin B12:2.89µg
48.13%
Fiber:10.74g
42.94%
Potassium:1499.69mg
42.85%
Vitamin E:5.56mg
37.06%
Selenium:25.16µg
35.94%
Zinc:5.37mg
35.83%
Phosphorus:351.53mg
35.15%
Magnesium:119.3mg
29.83%
Copper:0.58mg
29.1%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.47%
Vitamin B2:0.43mg
25.47%
Calcium:253.67mg
25.37%
Folate:91.77µg
22.94%
Vitamin B5:1.75mg
17.48%
Vitamin A:407.31IU
8.15%