Creamy Cauliflower Crusted Keto Shepherd's Pie Recipe | Family Favorite Meal Idea (2024)

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Jan 29, 2023 @ 10:00 AM MST

Keto Shepherd's Pie

yield: 6 SERVINGS

prep time: 25 MINUTES

cook time: 30 MINUTES

total time: 55 MINUTES

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef (or use ground lamb, chicken, or turkey)
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup celery, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2- 10 oz. bags of frozen riced cauliflower (cook and drain to remove excess moisture)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4 oz. cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Directions

1

Preheat oven to 350°.

2

Heat oil in a skillet on the stove and cook meat, onion, celery, and garlic. Stir in tomato paste, and season with salt & pepper to taste.

3

If not using an oven-safe skillet, transfer the meat mixture to a medium-sized casserole dish.

5

Place cauliflower in a food processor (or blender). Add in cheese, cream cheese, heavy cream, butter, and oregano. Process until the mixture has a "mashed potato" consistency.

6

Spread mixture on top of meat evenly.

7

Place in 350° oven for about 30 minutes, until top is golden brown.

8

Cut and serve warm.

Nutrition Information

Yield: 6 servings, Serving Size: 1/6 of pie
Amount Per Serving:589 Calories | 49.8g Fat | 8g Total Carbs | 2.7g Fiber | 4.2g Sugar | 0.1g Sugar Alcohol | 27.8g Protein | 5.2g Net Carbs

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Try making this simple keto shepherd’s pie for a warm and comforting dish.

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Love traditional Shepherd’s pie?

It’s the best, most delicious comfort food. It’s popular in the U.K. and typically features ground meat with veggies and mashed potatoes on top. Luckily, for those following a keto lifestyle, there’s a yummy and easy way to make a lower-carb version using creamy mashed cauliflower instead of potatoes!

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I recently tried this recipe using ground beef and thought it was delicious. More importantly, this keto shepherd’s pie is definitely EASY to prepare. Just cook the meat filling on the stove, whip up a cheesy cauliflower mash, and bake in the oven for a delicious and family-friendly keto meal!

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Keto Shepherd's Pie

yield: 6 SERVINGS

prep time: 25 MINUTES

cook time: 30 MINUTES

total time: 55 MINUTES

This delicious one-pan dish is an easy family-friendly meal idea!

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef (or use ground lamb, chicken, or turkey)
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup celery, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2- 10 oz. bags of frozen riced cauliflower (cook and drain to remove excess moisture)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4 oz. cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Directions

1

Preheat oven to 350°.

2

Heat oil in a skillet on the stove and cook meat, onion, celery, and garlic. Stir in tomato paste, and season with salt & pepper to taste.

3

If not using an oven-safe skillet, transfer the meat mixture to a medium-sized casserole dish.

4

Heat up frozen cauliflower rice in the microwave according to package instructions, and drain any excess water.

5

Place cauliflower in a food processor (or blender). Add in cheese, cream cheese, heavy cream, butter, and oregano. Process until the mixture has a "mashed potato" consistency.

6

Spread mixture on top of meat evenly.

7

Place in 350° oven for about 30 minutes, until top is golden brown.

8

Cut and serve warm.

Nutrition Information

Yield: 6 servings, Serving Size: 1/6 of pie
Amount Per Serving:589 Calories | 49.8g Fat | 8g Total Carbs | 2.7g Fiber | 4.2g Sugar | 0.1g Sugar Alcohol | 27.8g Protein | 5.2g Net Carbs

Brought to you by Hip2Keto.

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Hip tips for making the best keto shepherd’s pie:

  • You can use ground lamb, ground beef, turkey, or chicken! This recipe is that easy to adapt.
  • Want a convenient one-pan dish? Use a 12-inch cast-iron skillet to cook your meat and veggie mixture, top with mashed cauliflower, and bake in the oven as I did below.
  • For a shortcut on time, I used two bags of frozen cauliflower rice. I first cooked them in the microwave and then whipped up my cheesy “mashed potatoes” to top the beef mixture.
  • Cream cheese is the secret to thickened mashed cauliflower. It helps to prevent a watery shepherd’s pie!
  • If you’re a garlic lover, try adding a couple of cloves of minced garlic to your mashed cauliflower, too. It’s SO good!

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The cauliflower puffs up nicely and gets an amazing golden-brown crust!

Mashed cauliflower paired with the flavorful ground meat filling is a deliciously satisfying meal that the whole family will love!

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Check out what Hip2Keto reader and recipe tester Kari had to say about our keto shepherd’s pie recipe:

“This was a really easy recipe to make. It has a milder flavor so the kiddos will love it as well as the adults. You could easily use whatever meat you prefer.

The hardest part of this recipe was mixing the mashed cauliflower. I used my immersion blender which worked fine—I just had to do it in batches. Using a food processor would probably make them silkier like mashed potatoes.

You could add a little garlic to the mashed cauliflower if you are a garlic lover like me! Overall it was good and I would make it again!”

Hooray! Thanks so much, Kari, for the great recipe review, the beautiful photos, and the helpful tips! We love hearing from readers to ensure we have the BEST and EASIEST keto recipes around!

Make this delicious cheesy cauliflower chowder next!

About the writer:

Lina has a Bachelor's Degree from Northern Arizona University with 11 years of blogging and photography experience having work featured in Today.com, Martha Stewart, Country Living, Fox News, Buzzfeed, and HGTV.

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FAQs

Is shepherd's pie high in carbs? ›

A shepherd's pie has two main components: minced meat in vegetable gravy and mashed potatoes. Traditional shepherd's pie is high in all of the macronutrients—protein, fat, and carbs.

What is shepherds pie made of? ›

It's traditionally made with minced meat (usually ground lamb), gravy, vegetables, and mashed potatoes. You may also hear it called "cottage pie." The two terms are used interchangeably, but technically traditional shepherd's pie is made with ground lamb and traditional cottage pie is made with ground beef.

What is cauliflower shepherd's pie nutrition? ›

Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Protein 38g76%
Total Fat 15g19%
Saturated Fat 5g25%
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Why is flour used in shepherds pie? ›

This shepherd's pie recipe uses 2 tablespoons of flour to thicken the gravy but if you feel like the meat mixture is too watery, add in another tablespoon and stir to combine. You may also try simmering the mince mixture for longer so that the stock reduces down and thickens.

How many carbs are in 1 cup of shepherd's pie? ›

Shepherd's pie with beef nutrition facts and analysis per 1 cup (243 g)
Carbohydrates
NutrientAmountDV
Carbohydrate34.26 g12 %
Fiber3.40 g12 %
Sugars3.21 g
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Is your pie keto-friendly? ›

The Gluten-Free Pizza has 917 calories and ranges from $11.98 to $13.98. Keto-Friendly Pizza – This pizza offers guests a low-carb and gluten-free option. The cauliflower crust is prepared with a layer of olive oil and ricotta cheese. It then includes mozzarella cheese and a pinch of feta and garlic.

What to eat shepherd's pie with? ›

What to Serve With Shepherd's Pie: 20 Delicious Ideas for a Comforting Dinner
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  • 03 of 21. Honey Roasted Carrots. ...
  • 04 of 21. Quick and Easy Yorkshire Pudding. ...
  • 05 of 21. Green Salad. ...
  • 06 of 21. Roasted Brussels Sprouts. ...
  • 07 of 21. Great Garlic Bread. ...
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What country invented shepherds pie? ›

The dish originates from the British Isles, but some might argue that it is an Irish dish by origin. The name "Shepherd's Pie" was first recorded in an 1877 cookbook. In this same cookbook, it was noted that the dish was of Scottish origin. During the period between the 18th and 19th centuries, money was very tight.

Why do Irish people eat shepherd's pie? ›

It's called cottage pie in the U.K. because they use beef and in Ireland since the shepherds tend sheep, it's shepherd's pie. No doubt, the English put out an excellent cottage pie, but in Ireland it used to be a delicacy since the Irish couldn't afford beef they repurposed any unused veggies and meat.

Why is cauliflower crust so high in carbs? ›

A single slice could have anywhere from 2 to 29 grams. That's a huge range, especially because cauliflower isn't carb-heavy (a cup has 5 grams). Why the difference? Crusts may include rice or brown rice flour, sugar, tapioca starch, and corn starch, which supply carbs.

Does cauliflower crust have more carbs? ›

As you can see, the cauliflower crust and whole wheat dough have fewer calories and carbs, as well as more fiber and protein, than traditional crusts.

Does cauliflower crust have a lot of sugar? ›

At a Glance: Nutritional Value of Cauliflower Crust

2 grams of carbs. 7 grams of fat. 2 grams of fiber. 0 grams of sugar.

How can I thicken my shepherd's pie? ›

The easiest way to thicken shepherd's pie filling is by sprinkling a few tablespoons of flour into the ground beef mixture as it cooks before adding it to the baking dish. The starch in the flour will absorb the extra liquid and create a thick gravy.

Why is my shepherd's pie soggy? ›

Classic shepherd's pie is made with ground lamb, gravy, mashed potatoes, and veggies like peas, corn, celery, and carrots. Why is my shepherd's pie soggy? Avoid a soggy pie by simmering the meat mixture for at least 8 minutes. Be sure to cook down the mixture to remove excess moisture.

Why is my shepherd's pie soupy? ›

Why is my shepherd's pie runny? Generally, this is caused by using too much stock. If you follow this recipe's measurements you'll have the right amount but don't forget to reduce the meat filling long enough so it's not runny.

Are meat pies high in carbs? ›

Meat Pie (1 pie) contains 122.2g total carbs, 113.6g net carbs, 90.9g fat, 57.3g protein, and 1544 calories.

Is shepherds pie soft diet? ›

Some ideas for soft savoury foods are: Meat or vegetarian: casseroles, stews or curries. shepherd's pie or cottage pie.

What pie has the most carbs? ›

Popular Types of Pie
Fruit Pies (1 piece or 1/8 of 9" pie)
Net Carbs(g)Total Carbs(g)
Apple Pie57.5057.50
Banana Cream Pie46.3847.38
Blueberry Pie49.2449.24
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Does pie have a lot of carbs? ›

Pie (1 pie (9 in. dia)) contains 409g total carbs, 389.8g net carbs, 132.3g fat, 22.9g protein, and 2851 calories.

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