Shepherd's pie
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 123 kcal |
| Protein | 7.6 g |
| Fat | 6.3 g |
| Carbs | 8.7 g |
Shepherd's pie is a baked British casserole dish made with minced lamb (or sometimes beef, in which case it is technically a cottage pie) topped with mashed potato. It is a common weeknight dinner and a long-standing comfort food across the UK and Ireland, typically served in generous portions straight from the baking dish. Per 100 g, it provides 123 kcal, 7.6 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat, and 8.7 g of carbohydrates with 1.5 g of dietary fibre. Notable minerals include sodium at 264 mg and potassium at 250 mg per 100 g, along with 87 mg of phosphorus. On the vitamin side, it contributes 79 mcg of vitamin A and 30.7 mg of choline per 100 g. No glycemic index data is available for this dish. Shepherd's pie is compatible with a gluten-free dietary pattern.
How many calories in shepherd's pie?
Shepherd's pie contains 123 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving of around 300 g would come to approximately 370 kcal, though this varies depending on the recipe and portion size.
How much sodium is in shepherd's pie?
Shepherd's pie contains 264 mg of sodium per 100 g. A standard 300 g serving would therefore contribute around 792 mg of sodium, which is a meaningful portion of daily intake depending on the recipe used.
Is shepherd's pie gluten-free?
A traditional shepherd's pie made with lamb, vegetables, and a plain mashed potato topping is naturally gluten-free. However, some recipes use flour as a thickener or include Worcestershire sauce containing gluten, so it is worth checking individual recipes or labels if gluten avoidance is important.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 123 kcal |
| Protein | 7.6 g |
| Fat | 6.3 g |
| Carbs | 8.7 g |
| Sugars | 1.9 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 2.7 g |
| Monounsaturated | 2.4 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.48 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.062 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.41 g |
| Cholesterol | 27.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 26.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.93 mg |
| Magnesium | 15.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 87.0 mg |
| Potassium | 250 mg |
| Sodium | 264 mg |
| Zinc | 1.7 mg |
| Copper | 0.055 mg |
| Selenium | 6.2 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 79.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 22.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 2.0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0.10 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0.33 mg |
| Vitamin K | 3.9 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.076 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.10 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2.0 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.18 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 12.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.69 mcg |
| Choline | 30.7 mg |