High Fibre Recipe – Savy Shepherd’s Pie 🥕🍠

Looking for a high fibre recipe that’s comforting, delicious, and great for gut health? This Savy Shepherd’s Pie is a fibre-rich take on the traditional dish, swapping out some of the lamb for lentils—a simple change that boosts fibre intake, lowers saturated fat, and keeps protein high.

Fibre is essential for digestion, heart health, and blood sugar balance, yet most people don’t get enough. With over 12g of fibre per serving, this dish helps bridge that gap while still delivering that hearty, savoury taste we all love.

Let’s dive in!

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🥣 High Fibre Recipe: Savy Shepherd’s Pie (Serves 4)

✅ High in fibre & protein
✅ Balanced & satisfying
✅ Easy swaps for extra nutrition

🛒 Ingredients

For the filling:

• 2 tbsp oil
• 4 small onions, finely chopped
• 200g minced lamb
• 2 x 400g cans green lentils, well-drained
• 200g chestnut mushrooms, finely chopped
• 2-3 tbsp plain flour
• 2 tbsp tomato purée
• Pinch dried thyme
• 2 tbsp Bovril or Marmite
• 300ml water
• 1 x 10g vegetable stock cube (low salt)
• Salt and pepper, to taste

For the mash topping:

• 200g baked potatoes
• 500g sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (or use carrots)
• 1 small cauliflower, chopped
• 150ml skimmed milk
• 50g butter or olive oil

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👨‍🍳 Method

Step 1: Make the Filling

1️⃣ Heat the oil in a large pan and add the mushrooms. Cook for 15 minutes to reduce moisture.
2️⃣ Add the onions, minced lamb, and lentils, breaking everything up well.
3️⃣ Cook until all moisture has evaporated.
4️⃣ Stir in the flour and cook until it browns slightly.
5️⃣ Add the tomato purée, thyme, Marmite/Bovril, stock cube, and just enough water to cover the mixture.
6️⃣ Season well with pepper (check salt levels) and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7️⃣ Once thickened, spoon into a baking dish and leave to cool.

Step 2: Make the Fibre-Rich Mash

8️⃣ Pierce the baking potato and microwave for 15 minutes (or until soft).
9️⃣ In a separate bowl, microwave the sweet potato (or carrots), cauliflower, butter, and milk for 15 minutes (or until soft).
🔟 Add the jacket potato to the bowl and mash everything together. Season well. The mash should be soft but not too creamy.

Step 3: Assemble & Bake

1️⃣1️⃣ Spoon the mash onto the cooled mince mixture and fluff up with a fork.
1️⃣2️⃣ When ready to serve, bake in a moderate oven for 20-25 minutes until golden and slightly crisp.

📌 Serving Suggestion: Pair with steamed spring greens or peas for an extra nutrient boost!

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🌟 Nutritional Info (Per Serving)

🔥 Calories: 456 kcal
💪 Protein: 27.3g
🌾 Fibre: 12.3g

📌 Why This Dish Works:

• The lentils add extra fibre, protein, and iron, making this a more balanced version of a classic shepherd’s pie.
• Sweet potatoes & cauliflower boost the vitamin and mineral content while providing a naturally creamy mash topping.
• Still high in protein, keeping it filling and satisfying.

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📌 Final Thoughts: Why This Swap Matters

If you’re looking for a high fibre recipe to help increase your intake, this dish delivers over 12g of fibre per serving—helping bridge the gap between the recommended 30g per day and the UK’s average of just 18g. A simple way to boost gut health while enjoying a hearty, satisfying meal!

Making small, sustainable swaps like adding lentils instead of extra lamb can help improve gut health, lower cholesterol, and balance blood sugar levels—without compromising on flavour.

Curious about how fibre helps your gut? You might enjoy this post on how to improve your gut health.

If you’re looking for guidance on how to boost your fibre intake or improve gut health in a way that works for you, book a free call here — I’d love to help.

📌 Allergy Note:
This recipe contains dairy and may include gluten depending on the stock cube and flour used. Always check ingredient labels if you have allergies or intolerances, and feel free to swap for suitable alternatives like olive oil, dairy-free milk, or gluten-free flour where needed.