Shepherd’s Pie with Cauliflower Crust
This recipe highlights cauliflower, high in vitamin C and antioxidants, in place of a traditional potato topping. Choose roasted garlic powder, if available, for added flavor complexity.
Course: Entree
Keyword: cauliflower crust, shepherds pie
Servings: 6
Calories: 478kcal
Author: Genevieve Doll
Crust:
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon minced chives, additional for garnish
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Filling:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, small dice
- 3 medium carrots, small dice
- 3 stalks celery, small dice
- 1½ pounds ground beef
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Chopped fresh chives, for garnish
Preheat oven to 425°. Steam cauliflower 12–15 minutes, until fork tender.
Meanwhile, make filling by heating oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrots and celery, and cook 10 minutes, until vegetables soften.
Add ground beef, and cook about 7 minutes, until cooked through. Drain off excess fat.
Stir in peas, salt, herbs and spices, and cook for a couple of minutes, until peas are warm.
To make cauliflower crust, blend all crust ingredients in a food processor until smooth and creamy.
To assemble, layer meat mixture in a 9×13 baking dish, followed by cauliflower mixture.
Bake 10 minutes, until heated through. Sprinkle with chives to garnish.
Calories: 478kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 26g | Sodium: 1173mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 8g