Shepherd’s pie vs Cottage Pie
Overall, Cottage Pie has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Shepherd’s pie | Cottage Pie |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | b |
| NOVA group | 4 | — |
| Calories | 100 kcal | 112 kcal |
| Fat | 3.7 g | 3.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.1 g | 1.8 g |
| Sugars | 1.1 g | 1.6 g |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 1.5 g |
| Protein | 5.4 g | 7.3 g |
| Additives | 1 | 0 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Milk | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Shepherd’s pie has 11% fewer calories (100 kcal vs 112 kcal).
- Cottage Pie has 14% less saturated fat (1.8 g vs 2.1 g).
- Shepherd’s pie has 31% less sugar (1.1 g vs 1.6 g).
- Cottage Pie has 26% more protein (7.3 g vs 5.4 g).
- Cottage Pie has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Shepherd’s pie lists: Gluten, Milk.
Ingredients
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.
Cottage Pie
Not available.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Shepherd’s pie or Cottage Pie?
Overall, Cottage 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?
Shepherd’s pie has fewer calories: 100 kcal versus 112 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Shepherd’s pie has less sugar: 1.1 g versus 1.6 g per 100 g.