Holidays & Entertaining Mother's Day 21 Mother's Day Menu Ideas That Will Win Her Heart Make Mom's special day tasty-good with one of these meals picked especially for her. By Karla Walsh Updated on May 5, 2023 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Blaine Moats Treat mom to a delicious Mother's Day menu. Whether you choose a fish recipe, Mother's Day roast, or classic comfort food, Mom will be delighted by a homemade meal. Don't forget to add a bottle of wine or bubbly so you can toast mom! 42 Delicious Mother's Day Brunch Ideas for Her Special Day 01 of 21 Alfredo-Bacon Tot Casserole View Recipe Blaine Moats Here's a new spin on the ABCs that we absolutely support: Alfredo. Bacon. Casserole. This comfort food recipe proves that a cost-conscious Mother's Day menu can still be scrumptious and calorie-splurge-worthy. Frozen potato tots and leftover (or rotisserie) chicken trim prep time, and since it's all baked together in a casserole dish, clean-up is a breeze. 02 of 21 Shrimp Scampi View Recipe Blaine Moats Searching for the best Mother's Day dinner ideas that don't break the bank—or take too much time? Turn to this restaurant-quality fettuccine dish. From start to finish, this entire Mother's Day seafood dinner idea takes just 20 minutes. 03 of 21 Slow Cooker Coq au Vin View Recipe Blaine Moats Don't be chicken! You can quickly whip up this Julia Child favorite for mom in your slow cooker. This chicken recipe is infused with a half cup of red wine for an unexpected yet very welcome layer of complexity. Serve the fantastic idea for Mother's Day dinner as-is or over warm, buttery mashed potatoes. Our Best 25 Slow-Cooker Chicken Recipes 04 of 21 Zucchini Pizza Tacos View Recipe Con Poulos Edible blooms, like trendy zucchini flowers, are a thoughtful way to tip a hat to a matriarch with a green thumb. Since it makes a whopping 30 tacos, this is the ultimate Mother's Day menu addition if you're hosting a houseful. It's vegetarian, too, so you can share it with carnivores and herbivores. 14 Food-for-a-Crowd Recipes to Make for Your Next Get-Together 05 of 21 Paleo Chicken Meatball Noodle Bowl View Recipe Andy Lyons Spiralized parsnips stand in for the spaghetti in this caveman-approved meatball bowl. This simple Mother's Day dinner idea takes just 30 minutes and features timeless ingredients, including chicken, flax, ginger, honey, and veggies. Just be sure to pair this with a Paleo dessert recipe to guarantee the day is at least a bit indulgent! 06 of 21 Mimosa Pancakes View Recipe Matthew Clark A round of Bloody Mary cocktails and a tower of pancakes made with citrus- and sparkling wine-spiked batter makes for one fun "dinner" idea. This pretty (and pretty quick) meal is the perfect way to pay tribute to Mom's bubbly personality. Don't skimp on the Champagne Glaze! 07 of 21 Steamed Crab Legs View Recipe Blaine Moats Skip the reservation and try this elegant homemade Mother's Day dinner menu idea instead. Crab legs look and taste like a supersized treat, even though you need only 15 minutes to bring them to the table. Serve with a crab leg cracker, plenty of melted butter for dunking, and a healthy sprinkle of fresh herbs. 08 of 21 Salmon with Lemon and Herbs View Recipe Blaine Moats Embrace the start of summer with the bright and citrusy taste of this lemon-herb salmon. Top the flaky salmon with a sauce that includes lemon zest, garlic, chives, tarragon, and parsley for a light meal that packs a bold flavor. Tasty Salmon Recipes That Will Inspire You to Add Fish to Your Meal Plan This Week 09 of 21 Petite Beef Wellingtons View Recipe Carson Downing Turn the tables on a mom who's a host with the most. This puff pastry-wrapped Mother's Day steak dinner recipe is beyond-elegant, featuring juicy beef tenderloin, salty prosciutto, creamy goat cheese, and savory sauteed mushrooms in each and every bite. The buttery packages may quite possibly make this the best present she'll unwrap all day. 10 of 21 Portobello Pot Roast View Recipe Blaine Moats No meat? No problem. This "steak dinner" is centered around beefy portobello mushrooms. They taste even closer to the real thing when you roast them in a garlic and white wine sauce. Pro tip: A basket of bread on the side is a must-have to soak up every last drop of the reduced pan sauce in one of our best vegan Mother's Day dinner ideas. 11 of 21 Grilled Zucchini and Goat Cheese Toasts View Recipe Carson Downing Dinner doesn't have to be a fancy affair! In fact, an outdoor gathering with finger foods and pitcher cocktails can be just as meaningful as a five-course dinner. These grilled zucchini and goat cheese toasts are light enough to be finger food but filling enough for a meal. Our Best No-Cook Appetizers for Easy Party Prep 12 of 21 Chipotle-Coffee Pot Roast View Recipe Karla Conrad Everyone will be buzzing about the espresso and chile-rubbed roast. Mom's favorite part might be the sauced-up roasted veggies, though. 13 of 21 Peruvian-Style Chicken Tacos View Recipe Karla Conrad This simple Mother's Day menu item doesn't taste like it took just 30 minutes to create. Olives and plums—yes, the combo sounds crazy, but it tastes crazy-good—take taste buds on a trip to South America. Feel free to use ground chicken or turkey in this easy taco recipe. 13 Fast and Healthy Taco Night Recipes Worthy of a Fiesta 14 of 21 Roasted Asparagus and Salmon View Recipe Andy Lyons May means we've hit peak spring! Enter this entree centered around fresh asparagus and dill. Smoked salmon and jammy eggs pump up the protein in this healthy and easy Mother's Day dinner. 15 of 21 Quick Eggplant Parmigiana View Recipe Jason Donnelly Your Mother's Day menu doesn't have to be complicated to make mom feel special! This quick and easy eggplant recipe comes together in just half an hour, so the rest of your day can be about spending quality time with mom. 5 Ways to Cook Eggplant 16 of 21 Pulled Pork Skillet Chili View Recipe Blaine Moats On a regular Sunday, pulled pork gets stuffed between rolls (and is certainly savored). But come holiday time, tap this cast-iron skillet recipe for the best Mother's Day dinner for Moms who adore smoked and barbecued meats. With tender pork shoulder, a nicely-spiced barbecue sauce, and cornmeal dumplings, this one-pan meal will have her singing your praises for weeks to come. 17 Healthy Pork Recipes That Are Still Hearty Enough to Satisfy 17 of 21 Pressure Cooker Indian Spiced Chicken View Recipe Jason Donnelly She'll want to recreate this Mother's Day roast chicken dinner again and again after you serve it as part of the holiday spread. Cook time is a remarkable five minutes in the Instant Pot! Pair with rice, naan bread, and mango lassis to complete the Indian feast. 18 of 21 Air-Fried Mini Italian Meatloaves Stuffed with Cheese View Recipe Brie Passano Air fryers were among the most popular holiday gifts last year. And for a good reason: The countertop appliance is exceptional at achieving a perfect cook without oodles of extra fat. This is the best Mother's Day menu idea for fans of grandma's comfort food, as the meatloaf-meets-Juicy-Lucy-burger will surely satisfy. 25 Flavorful Air-Fryer Recipes That Prove the Appliance Is Great for Every Meal 19 of 21 Creamy Orecchiette with Spinach, Artichokes, and Bacon View Recipe Brie Passano Mother's Day dinners don't have to be hard! This baked pasta is rich and decadent—the perfect way to celebrate mom without a hefty grocery list. Test Kitchen Tip For more protein, add some baked chicken. 20 of 21 Spring Stroganoff View Recipe Carson Downing Give mom a fresh take on a classic dish for Mother's Day this year. By adding veggies like asparagus and peas, some Greek yogurt, and a little lemon zest, this stroganoff is a tasty bite of spring. 21 of 21 Mediterranean Orzo Skillet View Recipe Jason Donnelly Hearty and healthy—this one skillet meal is easy and mess-free. For extra Mediterranean flair, top with sundried tomatoes, feta cheese, and basil. This colorful meal will take Mom on a flavorful trip around the world—without leaving home. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit