Cottage pie vs Shepherd’s pie
Overall, Shepherd’s pie has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Cottage pie | Shepherd’s pie |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | c |
| NOVA group | — | 4 |
| Calories | 92 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Fat | 3.4 g | 3.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.3 g | 2.1 g |
| Sugars | 2.1 g | 1.1 g |
| Salt | 0.6 g | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 1 g | 1.4 g |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 5.4 g |
| Additives | 0 | 1 |
| Allergens | None listed | Gluten, Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Cottage pie has 40% less saturated fat (1.3 g vs 2.1 g).
- Shepherd’s pie has 46% less sugar (1.1 g vs 2.1 g).
- Shepherd’s pie has 27% more fiber (1.4 g vs 1 g).
- Shepherd’s pie has 18% more protein (5.4 g vs 4.5 g).
- Only Shepherd’s pie lists: Gluten, Milk.
Ingredients
Cottage pie
Not available.
Shepherd’s pie
Potato (46%), Lamb (21%), Vegetables (14%) (onion, carrot, swede), Water, Butter (milk), Milk, Cornflour, Salt, Tomato purée, Wheat flour (wheat flour, iron, thiamin, nicotinic acid, calcium carbonate), Colour (plain caramel), Pepper, Brown sugar, rosemary, garlic.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Cottage pie or Shepherd’s pie?
Overall, Shepherd’s pie has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Cottage pie has fewer calories: 92 kcal versus 100 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Shepherd’s pie has less sugar: 1.1 g versus 2.1 g per 100 g.