Vegan Lentil Shepherd’s Pie

ByHannah Peterson

Vegan Lentil Shepherd’s Pie — Cozy, Hearty & 100% Comfort Food! 🌿

This Vegan Lentil Shepherd’s Pie is everything you crave in a warm, satisfying dinner — savory lentils and veggies simmered in a rich gravy, topped with creamy mashed potatoes baked until golden and crisp. It’s wholesome, comforting, and totally plant-based! 🌱✨

Perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or cozy nights in, this dish brings together nutritious ingredients and deep, home-cooked flavor — no meat needed!

🌿 Ingredients

For the Lentil Filling:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas (or mixed veggies)
  • 1 ½ cups cooked green or brown lentils
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp rosemary
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • Salt & pepper, to taste

For the Mashed Potato Topping:

  • 4–5 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tbsp vegan butter
  • ¼ cup plant-based milk (oat or soy work best)
  • Salt & pepper, to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the mashed potatoes:
Boil potatoes until tender, then drain. Mash with vegan butter, plant milk, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set aside.

2️⃣ Cook the filling:
In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onion, garlic, and carrots for about 5 minutes. Add tomato paste, herbs, soy sauce, and lentils. Pour in the vegetable broth and simmer for 10 minutes until thickened. Stir in peas.

3️⃣ Assemble the pie:
Spread the lentil filling evenly into a baking dish. Spoon mashed potatoes over the top and smooth with a fork to create texture (this helps it brown beautifully!).

4️⃣ Bake:
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, until the top is golden and slightly crisp.

5️⃣ Serve & enjoy:
Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with fresh herbs if you like! 🌿

💡 Tips & Variations

🥕 Add mushrooms or corn for extra flavor and texture.
🧄 For an even richer flavor, add a splash of red wine to the lentil filling before simmering.
🍠 Try topping with mashed sweet potatoes for a delicious twist!

✨ This Vegan Lentil Shepherd’s Pie is the definition of comfort food — hearty, nourishing, and made with love! 💛

Similar Posts