High-protein Turkey Shepherd's Pie
Lean turkey mince is cooked with carrots, peas and thyme, then topped with creamy mashed potato and baked until golden. By using very lean turkey breast mince, you get a classic family dinner that’s high in protein and lower in fat. You still get that generous layer of mash that makes shepherd’s pie so comforting.
Nutrition
- Calories 387kcal 68kcal
- Fat 6.8g 1.2g
- Carbs 45.6g 8.0g
- Protein 37.3g 6.5g
- Fibre 6.3g 1.1g
Ingredients
Spoon measurements may change based on how you scoop the ingredients.
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Method
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Why I Like this Recipe
I keep making this recipe because it’s well balanced. It gives me a proper mashed-potato-topped dinner that’s high in protein and low in fat, thanks to the lean turkey breast mince. The mash still feels generous, not skimpy, and the pie reheats well, so leftovers are actually useful the next day.
Tips and Variations
- Replace some of the potato with mashed swede or cauliflower if you want to vary the topping.
- Cook finely chopped celery with the onion and carrots for a little more savoury flavour.
- Add a dash of Worcestershire sauce to the turkey filling before simmering.
- Stir a little Dijon mustard into the mash for a sharper finish.
- Sprinkle a small amount of mature Cheddar over the potato before grilling.
- Mix chopped parsley or chives through the mash before spreading it over the filling.
- Divide the filling and mash between smaller ovenproof dishes if you prefer individual portions.
Meal Storage
Let the Turkey Shepherd's Pie cool, then put any leftovers in an airtight container or cover the baking dish tightly. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat until it’s piping hot all the way through.
Freezer tips
Freeze individual portions in an airtight container. For best quality, use them within about 3 months.
Defrost frozen portions in the fridge overnight before reheating. Warm them up in the oven or microwave until they are piping hot all the way through.
Frequently Asked Questions
Floury potatoes work best because they mash easily and make the topping soft and fluffy. Irish Rooster potatoes are especially good for this.
Yes. Put the filling and mashed potato in the baking dish, cover it, and keep it in the fridge until you need it. Bake straight from the fridge, but give it a bit more time so the centre heats through.
Yes. Let the cooked pie cool completely before freezing and use it within about 3 months. Freezing individual portions is handy if you just want to defrost one serving at a time.
Yes. You can swap some or all of the regular potato for sweet potato. The topping will be softer and a bit sweeter, which goes well with the savoury turkey filling.
You can add celery, mushrooms, sweetcorn or finely diced courgette to the filling. Just don’t add too much or the sauce might get watery.
Closing Note
Let the pie rest for a few minutes after baking. This makes it easier to slice and lets the filling settle under the mash. Adding forked ridges on top is worth it because they catch the heat under the grill and give the topping extra colour. If you want to try these flavours in a new way, check out these shepherds' pie stuffed peppers.
- 💪 High Protein
- 🪶 Low Fat
- 🧊 Freezer Friendly
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