Healthy Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie

This is a healthy twist on classic. I like to write recipes that are family favourites that just have a few minor adjustments to make them a little healthier. Healthy Shepherd's Pie is not only healthy and packed with protein, but it's delicious.

I have been making Shepherd's Pie for years and I'm sure you have too. This recipe swaps out the white potatoes for sweet potatoes and uses ground turkey instead of beef. It's that simple. The calories are much lower and hits all the tastebuds. Having meals in your week that you would normally eat make it that much easier to stick to the plan.

Enjoying the foods that you love is the only way you are going to stay on track. It just takes a few minor adjustments to make them fit into your weekly calorie budget. If you are interested in knowing your calorie budget, reach out to me and I will be happy to get you all set up!

Healthy Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie

Ingredients

The Topping

• 1 lbs Sweet Potatoes peeled and chopped

• ½ Tsp Ground Cinnamon & Ground Nutmeg

• Sea salt and pepper, to taste

The Filling:

• 1 Tbsp Olive Oil

• 1 Medium Yellow Onion diced

• 1 lb Lean Ground Turkey

• 2 Tbsp Tomato Paste

• 3-4 Garlic Cloves minced

• ½ Tsp Dried Oregano

• 1 Tbsp Smoked Paprika

• 1 Cup Chicken or Beef Broth

• 1 Cup Frozen Peas or any other veggies like corn, carrots, defrosted

Directions

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F

2. Place the sweet potatoes in a large saucepan with just enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender. About 10 minutes.

3. Drain and mash, then season with salt, pepper, cinnamon and nutmeg.

4. Heat oil in a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Sauté the onions for 3-4 minutes, then stir in the garlic and cook for a minute or so.

5. Add the ground meat and cook, crumbling with a wooden spoon, until the meat is cooked through.

6. Stir in the tomato paste, oregano, paprika, salt and pepper, and broth. Simmer for a few minutes until the liquid is reduced, then stir in the veggies.

7. Spread the meat mixture into a square baking dish. Add mashed potatoes on top and spread it evenly all the way to the sides.

8. Bake until the potatoes are just starting to brown, about 25-30 minutes. Rest, then serve and enjoy!

9. Makes 4 servings.

This is a great recipe for the entire family. It is also perfect for meal prepping. Once cooled, store in your meal prep containers and enjoy for the week! If you try out this recipe, make sure you tag me on Instagram and tell me what you think.

Happy Cooking,

Love,

Liz

Nutrition Facts per piece:

Calories Protein Carbs Fats

337 34g 15g 15g