45 Mother's Day Lunch Recipes to Celebrate Mama

Recipe: Egg Salad Sandwiches

If you'll have a large crowd gathering to celebrate Mama, this big-batch recipe is perfect for the occasion.

Recipe: Ham Biscuits

There's nothing more comforting than a fluffy buttermilk biscuit with ham.

Recipe: Tarragon Chicken Salad

Crunchy, zesty, and creamy, this chicken salad recipe has it all.  

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Pork Tacos with Fresh Tomato Salsa

Fresh tomato salsa — made with tomato, red onion, lime juice, jalapeño, and salt — is sprinkled on top of these pork tacos.

Recipe: Cheese Puffs with Ham Salad

These light and airy puffs are made even better when tangy ham salad is sandwiched between them.

Recipe: Lemon-Rosemary-Garlic Chicken and Potatoes

This one-dish meal is flavorful and filling. Serve with crusty French bread to soak up the sauce.

Recipe: Hot Chicken Salad

An upgraded version of a Southern classic lunch recipe.

Recipe: Fresh Salmon Cakes with Buttermilk Dressing

Ready in just 30 minutes.

Recipe: Fried Chicken Sliders with Pimiento Cheese

We love fried chicken and pimiento cheese separately, so these sliders that put them together are a Southern dream.

Recipe: Sheet Pan Chicken with Dressing

A lighter version of a classic supper recipe.

Recipe: Pork Chops with Tomato-Bacon Gravy

Mama will be sold at "tomato-bacon gravy."

Recipe: Oven-Fried Chicken with Spring Salad

Make fried chicken without all the messy hassle with our oven-frying method.

Recipe: Skillet Pot Pie with Chicken and Spring Vegetables

Frozen puff pastry sheets elevate the look of this classic dish.

Recipe: Spaghetti Casserole

Your go-to pasta recipe transformed into a casserole.

Recipe: Mama's Fried Chicken

Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.

Recipe: Cheesy Beef-and-Spinach Ravioli

Substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef if Mama prefers.

Recipe: Strawberry-Spinach Salad

There's nothing that feels more springy than a strawberry and spinach salad.

Recipe: Heirloom Tomato Pie

Roasting the tomatoes before the pie goes in the oven adds flavor and keeps them from getting soggy.

Recipe: Crab-and-Bacon Linguine

This seafood pasta is everything you want in a holiday dish—elegant, easy, and delicious.

Recipe: Sautéed Radishes with Bacon

This simple but flavorful spring side dish will prove radishes were meant for more than crudité platters.

Recipe: Sautéed Sugar Snap Peas with Orange Zest and Buttery Almonds

Instead of old-school green bean casserole, serve this lightened up, modern side this Mother's Day.

Recipe: Orzo Salad with Shrimp and Lemon Dressing

This seasonal salad is delicious served chilled or at room temperature, so it's perfect for hosting.

Recipe: Warm Asparagus, Radish, and New Potato Salad with Herb Dressing

Swap your old-school potato salad for this fresher version this Mother's Day.

Recipe: Radish, Avocado, and Citrus Salad

If Mama appreciates a pretty table, impress her with this gorgeously colorful salad.

Recipe: Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

This casserole is easy to transport and easier to enjoy.

Recipe: Chilled Radish-and-Avocado Soup

Start of the meal with a refreshing spring soup.

Recipe: Shrimp and Grits Casserole

We turned Mama's favorite shrimp and grits into a one-dish casserole that's easy for you to make and serve.

Recipe: Strawberry-Rhubarb Salad

Fresh strawberries and rhubarb are a beautiful match for a tangy dressing.

Recipe: Easy Egg Salad

This go-to egg salad recipe looks beautiful for Mother's Day on tea sandwiches.

Recipe: Shrimp Cobb Salad with Bacon Dressing

This colorful twist on a classic Cobb feels indulgent when drizzled with bacon dressing.

Recipe: Ham and Noodle Casserole

Hosting is easy when lunch is ready to go from the freezer with a family-friendly casserole recipe.

Recipe: Asparagus Quiche

Mama will be so impressed with your braided crust on this easy and fresh quiche recipe.

Recipe: Creamy Rice with Scallops

Smoky bacon is balanced by sweet corn in this creamy seafood special.

Recipe: Brie, Fig, and Arugula Grilled Cheese

Consider this recipe a gourmet version of classic grilled cheese. Trust us, you won't regret it.

Recipe: Sheet Pan Pizza with Corn, Tomatoes, and Sausage

Fresh corn, bell peppers, plum tomatoes, and hot Italian sausage add loads of flavor to this bright dish.

Recipe: Shrimp-Okra-and-Sausage Kebabs

These kebabs are cooked in mere minutes. The key to cooking these right is to make sure the grill is very hot before adding the kebabs. 

Recipe: Grilled Shrimp Po'Boys with Quick Rémoulade Sauce

A fun twist on a Louisiana classic, our Po'Boys are made with grilled shrimp on a bed of creamy-dressed romaine lettuce stuffed inside a hoagie roll and cooked on the grill.

Recipe: Shrimp and Bacon Salad Sliders

A few new additions to this classic shrimp salad give it a delicious upgrade that we know Mama will love.

Recipe: Tangy Slow-Cooker Pork Shoulder

For a laid-back Mother's Day backyard barbecue, serve this slow-cooked pork shoulder with potato salad, baked beans, and plenty of extra sauce.

Recipe: Roasted Chicken Caesar Salad

Elevate Caesar salad by roasting the lettuce to caramelize it for extra flavor.

Recipe: Shrimp and Peas with Farfalle

Lemony breadcrumbs are an easy upgrade to add some extra crunch.

Recipe: Skillet Pork Chops with Apples and Onions

This hearty dish comes with a side and a sauce all-in-one.

Recipe: Chicken-and-Wild Rice Casserole

Can be prepared ahead and frozen for up to 1 month.

Recipe: Creamy Spring Pasta Bake

Make this fan-favorite pasta ahead for a no-fuss Mother's Day lunch.

Recipe: Mix 'n' Match Spring Pasta Toss

This fresh dish gives you plenty of veggies while satisfying your pasta cravings, too.