YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Hearty Lentil Shepherd's Pie with Creamy Cauliflower Topping
A comforting, savory plant-based twist on a classic shepherd's pie featuring tender lentils simmered with aromatic vegetables and finished with a silky, mashed cauliflower topping. Perfect for nourishing meals that satisfy both taste and wellness goals.
INGREDIENTS
1.5 cups cooked lentils (300g)
1 medium carrot (61g)
1/4 cup diced onion (40g)
1/4 cup green peas (40g)
1 tbsp tomato paste (16g)
1/2 cup vegetable broth (120g)
2 tbsp nutritional yeast (16g total)
1 tsp olive oil (5g)
1 cup chopped cauliflower (107g)
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (60g)
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and chopped carrot; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the cooked lentils, tomato paste, vegetable broth, and green peas. Sprinkle in the nutritional yeast and season lightly with salt and pepper. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5-7 minutes so the flavors meld together.
Meanwhile, place the chopped cauliflower in a steamer or small pot with a splash of water and cook until very tender, about 8 minutes.
Transfer the tender cauliflower to a bowl and add the unsweetened almond milk. Mash until smooth and creamy; season with salt and pepper to taste.
Spread the lentil filling evenly in an oven-safe dish. Dollop the mashed cauliflower over the top and gently smooth it out with a spatula.
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until the topping is slightly golden and the filling is bubbling.
Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm.