Lentil Shepherd’s Pie with Potato Mash
Tender lentils, sweet carrots and peas sit beneath a soft potato topping. This stovetop version keeps the classic, comforting layers without needing the oven.
Fits Celiac, Hashimoto's, GERD and 12 more diets
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Ingredients
- 200 g green lentils, rinsed
- 2 carrots, finely diced
- 100 g frozen peas
- 600 g potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 900 ml water
- ¼ tsp salt
Method
- Simmer lentils and carrots in water until tender and saucy.25 min timer
- Boil potatoes until very soft, then drain and mash.15 min timer
- Stir peas, thyme, parsley, oil, and salt into lentils.
- Set aside the kids' share, then spoon lentils into a skillet.Kids’ plate comes out here
- Spread mash over lentils; cover and cook until piping hot.10 min timer
Kids’ plate: Lentil Shepherd’s Pie
On the plate: A small serving of soft potato mash over tender lentils, carrots and peas.
Make it a game: The potato top is a snowy hill; find the little carrot and pea treasures below.
Set it aside at step 4, before the grown-ups’ sauce or spice goes on.
Why it works
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis: Lentils, potatoes, carrots, peas and herbs make this without soy, seaweed or gluten-containing grains.
- Gluten-free: The lentils and vegetables are seasoned simply, with no grains, sauces or stock.
- Low-histamine: Freshly cooked lentils, potatoes, carrots, peas and herbs provide the flavour without citrus, vinegar or fermented foods.
- Kid (4–12): Soft potato mash and mild lentils with familiar carrots and peas make an easy-to-eat topping.
- Toddler (1–3): Soft potato mash, tender lentils and soft-cooked carrots and peas are served mashed together.
Celiac check: watch for hidden gluten in soy sauce, stock, malt vinegar and seasoning blends, and oats that aren’t certified. Gluten gives food ideas, not medical advice: always check labels for allergens and cross-contact.
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