25+ Fresh Mother’s Day Recipes
Updated by Kathryne Taylor on May 4, 2026
Mother’s Day is near! Let’s celebrate our loving moms, grandmothers and all the mother figures in our lives with a home-cooked meal. They deserve it!
If you’re wondering what to make, I’ve rounded up my favorite spring recipes for you. Below, you’ll find fresh and healthy Mother’s Day food organized by category—savory and sweet brunch options, vibrant salads and sides, main dishes for lunch or dinner, and desserts.
I’ve also provided guidance on how to build a memorable menu, from simple to elaborate. If you don’t find exactly what Mom is craving, check out my spring recipe category, where you can apply filters like special diet or cuisine. I hope you have a wonderful weekend.
Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Looking for a simple, foolproof brunch menu? Make a frittata and breakfast potatoes, and serve them with mimosas or peach bellinis.
Avocado Pesto Toast
This avocado pesto toast recipe is fantastic for breakfast, brunch or lunch! Serve it as-is or add eggs and tomatoes for a more complete meal. Recipe yields enough for 4 toasts, or 2 to 4 servings.
Broccoli, Cheddar & Spinach Frittata
This spinach, broccoli and cheddar frittata recipe is simple to make. It’s vegetarian and gluten free. Recipe yields 6 large or 8 more modest slices.
How to Make Frittatas (Stovetop or Baked)
Learn how to make the perfect frittata with this comprehensive guide! Recipe yields 1 large frittata or 18 mini frittatas (approximately 8 servings).
Roasted Breakfast Potatoes
These crispy breakfast potatoes are roasted in the oven, so they’re healthier than the rest. They taste like home fries from your favorite diner. Recipe yields 1 pan of breakfast potatoes, enough for about 4 servings. See notes for how to double the recipe.
Healthy Blueberry Muffins
These healthy blueberry muffins are golden, fluffy, moist and delicious! Kids love to help make these. No one will guess this recipe is made with 100% whole wheat flour and naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup. Recipe yields 12 muffins.
Crêpes
Learn how to make crêpes at home with this foolproof crêpe recipe! Crêpes are easier to make than you might think. This versatile recipe works with all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour. Recipe yields 8 crêpes.
Foolproof French Toast
Learn how to make the best French toast for mom! This foolproof recipe yields French toast that’s fluffy, tender, lightly sweet and golden brown. This recipe yields 8 large or 12 medium slices of French toast (4 servings).
Easy Gluten Free Oat Waffles
These light, crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside, gluten-free waffles are my favorite waffles! This waffle recipe requires just one flour, oat flour, which you can easily make yourself (see note). Recipe yields 3 to 4 round, 7-inch Belgian waffles, or 6 small, square Belgian waffles (the size shown here).
Lemon Raspberry Muffins
These delicious raspberry muffins are moist and fluffy. They’re healthier than most, too, since they are made from whole wheat flour and naturally sweetened with honey. Recipe yields 1 dozen muffins.
Whole Wheat Banana Pancakes
These banana pancakes are so fluffy, no one will guess they’re made with whole wheat flour! Top these whole wheat pancakes with peanut butter and sliced bananas for extra protein and fiber. Recipe yields 6 to 7 pancakes (enough for 2 to 3 people); double the amounts for a family or more leftovers.
Salads & Sides
Good news: Any of these recipes would pair beautifully with the main dishes listed below. Take your pick!
Homemade Caesar Salad
Make the best homemade Caesar salad with this foolproof recipe! This Caesar salad recipe is the perfect side salad for your special meal. Recipe yields 4 generous side salads or 6 small.
Vegetarian Italian Chopped Salad
Truly the best Italian chopped salad recipe, with chopped fresh greens and veggies in a simple Italian vinaigrette. Recipe yields 6 to 8 side servings or 3 to 4 meal-sized servings (a lot). If you store the salad separately from the vinaigrette, it will keep well for up to 4 days.
Parmesan Roasted Broccoli with Balsamic Drizzle
The ultimate roasted broccoli recipe, featuring golden Parmesan cheese and tangy balsamic vinegar! Your mom will love it. Recipe yields 4 generous side servings.
Roasted & Raw Carrot Salad with Avocado
This herbed carrot salad recipe is truly epic! Fresh herbs, ripe avocado, and honey-mustard dressing make this showstopper complete. Recipe yields 4 generous side salads or 6 small side salads.
Perfect Roasted Asparagus
Learn how to make perfectly roasted asparagus here! This roasted asparagus recipe is a quick springtime side dish that everyone will love. You can season it however you’d like. You’ll find my seasoning suggestions below. Recipe yields 2 large or 4 modest side servings.
Vibrant Orange & Arugula Salad
You’re going to love this beautiful green salad featuring fresh oranges, goat cheese, almonds and radishes! A simple lemon dressing ties it all together. Recipe yields 6 side salads.
Main Dishes
Here are my favorite spring-y entrées for lunch or dinner. They’re all gorgeous and full of redeeming vegetables.
Spinach Pasta with Roasted Broccoli & Bell Pepper
This vegetarian pasta features loads of spinach and roasted vegetables tossed with light balsamic sauce! Feel free to change up the vegetables or skip them completely for a simple, hearty spinach pasta recipe. Serve with a green side salad for a complete meal. Recipe yields 4 large or 6 more modest portions.
Best Vegetable Lasagna
Seriously the best veggie lasagna! This lasagna recipe is packed with bell pepper, zucchini and carrots, sautéed until golden and tender on the edges. Recipe yields one 9-inch lasagna, enough for 8 slices. Leftovers are the gift that keeps on giving!
Broccolini Almond Pizza
Homemade broccolini pizza with almonds (optional), mozzarella and red sauce! The trick to making awesome broccolini pizza is to blanch the broccolini first. I added sliced almonds for a savory little crunch. Recipe yields two 11-inch pizzas or about 4 to 6 servings.
Roasted Carrots with Farro, Chickpeas & Herbed Crème Fraîche
This roasted carrot recipe looks gourmet, but it’s surprisingly easy to make! It would be a lovely dish on your holiday table. Recipe yields 4 main dish servings to 8 side servings, depending on portions.
Spinach Artichoke Lasagna
This vegetarian lasagna includes lots of fresh spinach, jarred artichokes and the simplest homemade tomato sauce. It tastes even better the next day! Recipe yields one 9-inch square lasagna, which is enough for 8 to 9 servings.
Spring Pasta with Peas and Asparagus
This very green pasta dish is bursting with spring flavors, including peas, asparagus and fresh herbs. Once you have prepped your vegetables, the dish comes together rather quickly. This recipe yields a lot (enough for 6 to 8 servings), so feel free to halve it if you are serving two.
Desserts
Here are some fruity treats for Mom! The first two would go great with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. All of these desserts can be made in advance.
Citrus Olive Oil Cake
This tender olive oil cake recipe is infused with fresh citrus flavor. This cake is really easy to make (no mixer required). I used blood orange here, but you can use lemon, orange or any fresh citrus fruit you’d like (see tips on how to change up this recipe above). Recipe yields 1 loaf cake.
Lemon Posset
Lemon posset is a creamy, citrusy dessert—the perfect small treat. It offers a rich texture and balanced lemon flavor that teeters irresistibly between tangy and sweet. Posset is so easy to make! Allow 3 hours for chilling. Recipe yields 8 to 9 small (2-ounce) servings.
Gluten-Free Almond Cake with Berries on Top
This delicious gluten-free almond cake recipe is easy to make and naturally sweetened. Top with yogurt and fresh berries for a party-worthy cake! Recipe yields one 9-inch cake, enough for 8 slices.
Lemony Cheesecake Tart with Pistachio Crust
This cheesecake tart recipe is the best! It’s easy to make and tastes gourmet. The homemade pistachio-oat crust happens to be gluten free. Recipe yields one 9-inch tart, enough for 8 medium slices.
Clafoutis
This clafoutis recipe is simply the best! You can make it with berries (my favorite), cherries (my daughter’s favorite), or any of the fruity variations provided in the post. Recipe yields one 10-inch clafoutis, enough for 8 slices.
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