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Keto Shepherd's Pie with Beef and Cauliflower Mash

Emily Carter
A plant-based twist on shepherd’s pie with seasoned vegan ground beef and fluffy cauliflower mash. Keto-approved, cruelty-free, and mom-jean friendly.
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Prep Time 4 minutes
Total Time 4 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 310 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Filling:

  • 1½ cups plant-based ground beef
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 carrot finely chopped
  • ½ cup green peas optional, but adorable
  • ½ tsp thyme
  • ½ tsp rosemary
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • ½ cup vegetable broth

For the Cauliflower Mash:

  • 1 medium head cauliflower cut into florets
  • 1 tbsp vegan butter
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F and grease your casserole dish.
  • Boil cauliflower in salted water for 10–12 minutes until soft. Drain and let cool slightly.
  • In a food processor, blend cauliflower, vegan butter, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until creamy. Set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sauté onion and garlic for 2 minutes.
  • Add carrot, cook for another 3–4 minutes until soft.
  • Stir in plant-based beef, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  • Add tomato paste and vegetable broth. Simmer for 5 minutes until thick and savory.
  • Add peas (if using), stir, then transfer filling to the casserole dish.
  • Spread cauliflower mash over the top like a boss. Smooth with a spoon.
  • Bake uncovered for 25 minutes until golden and slightly crispy on top.
  • Let it cool for 5 minutes. Then dive in like your diet depends on it.

Notes

📊 Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 310
  • Total Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 17g

💊 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Vitamin B12: 20%
  • Iron: 25%
  • Vitamin C: 35%
  • Folate: 18%
  • Calcium: 10%

💡 Notes & Tips to Boost Flavor

  • Add a splash of tamari for extra umami sass.
  • Mash in roasted garlic if you’re feeling gourmet and dramatic.
  • Top with crushed walnuts for texture and a bougie twist.
  • Don’t skip the bake—it makes the top crisp like your attitude.
  • Double batch it. Leftovers? More like midnight magic.