Mashed Cauliflower Paleo Shepherd's Pie
This paleo casserole is a healthier alternative to traditional shepherd's pie.
This Mashed Cauliflower Paleo Shepherd's Pie recipe is a great alternative to other shepherd's pies. It has a unique topping of mashed cauliflower in place of the traditional mashed potatoes. This is a healthier option that still has the texture that you expect out of shepherd's pies.
The filling is a delicious blend of seasoned ground turkey, tomatoes and onions. This is one of the paleo recipes that definitely lives up to the taste of the original dish. For a comforting dinner recipe, try this new take on a classic meal!
Whether you want to commit to the paleo diet, or you just like the idea of eating healthier, this paleo casserole recipe is a great place to start!
Yields8 servings
Preparation Time25 min
Cooking Time1 hr
Cooking Vessel Size9 x 13-inch baking dish
Ingredients
- 2 (16-ounce) bags frozen cauliflower florets
- 2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 3 tablespoon coconut oil
- 3/4 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons dried chives
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cup diced carrots
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 (14-1/2-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 3 pound ground turkey
- 2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoon cumin
- 4 ounce tomato paste
This Test Kitchen recipe was inspired by Life Made Full's recipe for Paleo-Friendly Ground Beef Shepherd's Pie
Instructions
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Prepare the mashed cauliflower topping. Cook the cauliflower according to package directions. Drain and pour into a food processor. Puree the cauliflower until smooth.
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In a small saucepan cook the garlic, coconut oil, coconut milk, salt and pepper for 1-2 minutes.
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Add the coconut mixture and 1 tablespoon of chives to the pureed cauliflower and pulse for 10-15 seconds. After tasting add more salt and pepper if needed. Set aside.
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In a large skillet heat the olive oil over medium high heat. Add the onion and carrots and cook until soft about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
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Add the tomatoes, garlic salt and cook for 2 more minutes.
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Add the ground turkey, paprika, cumin and tomato paste. Cook until the ground turkey is cooked and browned.
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Heat oven to 350. Lightly spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
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Pour the turkey mixture into the baking dish. Spread the mashed cauliflower mixture over the turkey mixture. Sprinkle with remaining chives.
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Bake at 350 degrees F until top is golden brown.