Mother’s Day is the perfect time to show your mom just how much she means to you. While there are many ways to express your love and appreciation, few things are more heartfelt than a homemade meal. This year, why not treat your mom to a special lunch that she’ll never forget?
To help you plan the perfect feast, we’ve compiled a list of 25 delicious Mother’s Day lunch recipes.
Caprese Salad
Start your Mother’s Day lunch with a fresh and delicious Caprese salad. This simple dish features ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. And if you want to go the extra mile, consider surprising her with a Mother’s Day 2023 flower delivery
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Quiche Lorraine
A classic French quiche, Quiche Lorraine is filled with bacon, cheese, and a savoury custard. It’s a delightful and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for a Mother’s Day brunch.
Shrimp And Avocado Salad
This light and flavorful salad combine tender shrimp, creamy avocado, and crisp lettuce with a tangy lemon dressing. It’s the perfect dish for a warm, sunny Mother’s Day.
Spinach And Feta Stuffed Chicken
Impress your mom with this elegant chicken dish that’s packed with spinach, feta cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or a simple green salad.
Lobster Roll
Treat your mom to a taste of New England with a homemade lobster roll. Succulent lobster meat is tossed in a light, creamy dressing and served in a buttery toasted roll.
Spring Vegetable Risotto
Celebrate the flavours of spring with a creamy risotto packed with asparagus, peas, and leeks. Topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this dish is both comforting and elegant.
Grilled Veggie And Hummus Wrap
For a lighter lunch option, try a grilled veggie and hummus wrap. Packed with colorful vegetables and creamy hummus, this wrap is both nutritious and satisfying.
French Onion Soup
This classic soup, topped with a cheesy crouton, is sure to warm your mom’s heart. A rich onion broth and a touch of wine make this soup both comforting and flavorful.
Crab Cakes With Remoulade Sauce
Delight your mom with homemade crab cakes served with a tangy remoulade sauce. These tender, flavorful cakes are perfect for a special occasion like Mother’s Day.
Strawberry Spinach Salad
A strawberry spinach salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish, perfect for a Mother’s Day lunch. Topped with goat cheese, walnuts, and a tangy balsamic dressing, this salad is sure to impress.
Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus
For a simple yet elegant appetizer, try prosciutto-wrapped asparagus. Tender asparagus spears are wrapped in thin slices of prosciutto and roasted until crispy.
Mushroom And Swiss Stuffed Burgers
Treat your mom to a gourmet burger with this recipe for mushroom and Swiss stuffed burgers. The juicy beef patty is filled with sautéed mushrooms and melted Swiss cheese for a decadent surprise.
Grilled Peach And Mozzarella Salad
Celebrate the flavours of the season with a grilled peach and mozzarella salad. Sweet grilled peaches, creamy mozzarella, and peppery arugula are drizzled with a honey-balsamic dressing.
Chicken Marsala
This classic Italian dish features tender chicken breasts cooked in a rich Marsala wine sauce with mushrooms. Serve it over pasta or mashed potatoes for a truly satisfying meal.
Cauliflower Steak With Chimichurri Sauce
For a vegetarian option that doesn’t skimp on flavour, try cauliflower steak with chimichurri sauce. Thick cauliflower slices are roasted until tender and served with a zesty, herb-packed sauce.
Seared Scallops With Lemon Herb Butter
Elevate your Mother’s Day lunch with seared scallops in lemon herb butter sauce. These delicate, tender scallops are easy to prepare and make an elegant addition to any meal.
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
This hearty and healthy Mediterranean quinoa salad is an excellent choice for a nutritious and delicious Mother’s Day lunch. Made with protein-packed quinoa, this dish is loaded with an assortment of flavorful ingredients, such as kalamata olives, tangy feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and refreshing cucumbers.
The salad also features crunchy red onions, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh parsley, which add beautiful colour and extra nutrients to the dish.
Prosciutto And Fig Flatbread
Sweet figs, salty prosciutto, and creamy goat cheese come together in this mouthwatering flatbread. Drizzled with a balsamic glaze, it’s an appetizer that’s sure to impress.
Stuffed Bell Peppers
Stuffed bell peppers make for a wholesome and filling lunch option. Choose from a variety of fillings, like ground beef, quinoa, or rice, and customize the dish to your mom’s taste.
Gazpacho Soup
This chilled Spanish soup is a refreshing and healthy addition to your Mother’s Day lunch menu. Made with ripe tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumbers, and onions, gazpacho is perfect for a warm day.
Eggplant Parmesan
This classic Italian dish is a delicious vegetarian option for your Mother’s Day lunch. Layers of breaded eggplant, marinara sauce, and melted cheese create a comforting and flavorful meal.
Lemon Herb Grilled Salmon
Treat your mom to a delicious and nutritious main course with lemon herb grilled salmon. A simple marinade of lemon, garlic, and herbs enhances the natural flavours of the fish.
Watermelon, Feta, And Mint Salad
Celebrate the flavours of summer with this refreshing and vibrant salad. Juicy watermelon, tangy feta, and fresh mint come together for a light and delicious dish that’s perfect for a Mother’s Day lunch.
Chicken And Pesto Panini
For a quick and tasty lunch option, try a chicken and pesto panini. Grilled chicken, fresh basil pesto, and melted mozzarella cheese are pressed between crusty bread for a delicious and satisfying sandwich.
Raspberry Lemon Scones
Some classic and different flavors to explore!
1. Irish Coffee
•2 oz Irish whiskey
•1 tsp brown sugar
•4 oz hot coffee
•Heavy cream
Directions:
•In a warmed glass, add Irish whiskey and brown sugar.
•Add hot coffee and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
•Gently pour the heavy cream over the back of a spoon to float on top of the coffee. Serve hot.
2. Shamrock Sour
•2 oz Irish whiskey
•1 oz lime juice
•1 oz simple syrup
•1/4 oz green creme de menthe
•Lime wheel and maraschino cherry for garnish
Directions:
•Fill a shaker with ice and add Irish whiskey, lime juice, simple syrup, and green creme de menthe.
•Shake until chilled, then strain into a glass filled with ice.
•Garnish with a lime wheel and maraschino cherry.
3. Celtic Twilight
•2 oz Irish whiskey
•1 oz apple schnapps
•1/2 oz triple sec
•1 oz cranberry juice
•Apple slice for garnish
Directions:
•Fill a shaker with ice and add Irish whiskey, apple schnapps, triple sec, and cranberry juice.
•Shake until chilled, then strain into a glass filled with ice.
•Garnish with an apple slice.
3. Emerald Isle Martini:
Ingredients:
•2 oz Irish gin
•1 oz green chartreuse
•1/2 oz lime juice
•1/2 oz simple syrup
•Lime wheel
Directions:
1 Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker.
2 Add ice and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
3 Strain into a chilled martini glass.
St. Patrick’s Day is a day for celebrating all things Irish, and what better way to do that than by cooking up some traditional Irish meals? Here are some fun recipes that will have your taste buds dancing an Irish jig!
1 Corned Beef and Cabbage
If you’re looking for a meal that’s as Irish as a leprechaun riding a unicorn, then look no further than corned beef and cabbage! This dish is so Irish, it’ll have you speaking in a brogue in no time. And don’t forget the mustard or horseradish sauce – they’re the perfect accent for this traditional meal.
To make this dish, you will need:
•4 pounds of corned beef brisket
•10 small red potatoes
•5 carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks
•1 large onion, peeled and cut into wedges
•1 head cabbage, cored and cut into wedges
Directions:
1 Place the corned beef in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer.
2 Simmer the corned beef for about 2 hours, or until tender.
3 Add the potatoes, carrots, and onion to the pot and continue to simmer for another 30 minutes.
4 Add the cabbage to the pot and simmer for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.
5 Serve the corned beef and vegetables hot with mustard or horseradish sauce.
2 Irish Soda Bread
Irish soda bread is the perfect bread for anyone who’s too impatient to wait for a traditional bread to rise. With just four ingredients, you can have a delicious loaf of bread in no time. And the best part? You can tell your friends you spent hours slaving over the oven when really all you did was mix some flour and buttermilk together.
To make this bread, you will need:
•4 cups all-purpose flour
•1 teaspoon baking soda
•1 teaspoon salt
•1 3/4 cups buttermilk
Directions:
1 Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2 In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
3 Gradually stir in the buttermilk until a dough forms.
4 Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead briefly.
5 Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
6 se a sharp knife to cut a shallow “X” into the top of the loaf.
7 Bake the bread for 30-40 minutes, or until it is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
8 Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
3 Irish Cream Chocolate Truffles
Who says St. Patrick’s Day can’t be a little indulgent? These Irish cream chocolate truffles are the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth and your love of all things Irish. And with just three tablespoons of Irish cream liqueur, you’ll be feeling like you’ve had a few pints of Guinness in no time.
To make these truffles, you will need:
•1 cup heavy cream
•12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
•3 tablespoons Irish cream liqueur
•1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
•Cocoa powder, for dusting
Directions:
1 Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it comes to a simmer.
2 Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the chocolate chips until they are melted and the mixture is smooth.
3 Stir in the Irish cream liqueur and vanilla extract.
4 Pour the mixture into a bowl and let it cool to room temperature.
5 Once the mixture has cooled, use a small cookie scoop or spoon to form small balls of chocolate.
6 Roll the chocolate balls in cocoa powder to coat.
7 Chill the truffles in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
4 Shamrock Shake
What’s green, minty, and delicious all over? The shamrock shake, of course! This classic St. Patrick’s Day treat is so good, you’ll want to drink it all year round. And who knows, maybe it’ll bring you a little luck of the Irish – or at least a sugar rush. To make this shake:
These are the six simple ingredients you’ll need to make this top-rated copycat Shamrock shake recipe:
· Ice cream and milk: Like many milkshakes, this Shamrock Shake starts with vanilla ice cream and milk.
· Mint extract: Mint extract gives the shake it’s signature minty freshness. It packs a powerful punch, so use the extract sparingly.
· Food colouring: About nine drops of green food colouring will dye your milkshake a gorgeous emerald hue.
· Chocolate syrup: Drizzle chocolate syrup inside the glass for an impressive presentation.
· Whipped cream: Top the Shamrock Shake with store-bought or homemade whipped cream.
· Decorating sugar: A sprinkle of green decorating sugar is the perfect finishing touch.
Directions
1. Blend the ice cream, milk, extract, and food colouring in a blender.
2. Drizzle the inside of the glass with chocolate syrup.
3. Pour the shake into the glass, then top with whipped cream and sugar.
So there you have it, folks – some fun and delicious recipes to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Just remember, if you’re not wearing green, you might get pinched by a leprechaun – or worse, your mother-in-law. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
