This Mother’s Day, surprise your mom with a lunch that shows just how much you care. From fresh salads to elegant pasta dishes, these 18 lunch ideas are perfect for creating a special meal that she will love. Each dish is designed to be both beautiful and satisfying, making it a memorable celebration of her day.
Halloumi Portobello Burgers
Halloumi Burgers are loaded with flavor, featuring mashed avocado, a juicy portobello mushroom, crumbled chèvre cheese, peppery arugula, and sweet caramelized onions. They’re simple to prepare and always a hit with everyone.
Lamb Burgers with Tahini Sauce
This lamb burger is packed with Mediterranean flavors from fresh herbs like oregano, mint, dill, and parsley, along with feta and cumin. The Tahini sauce adds an extra layer of deliciousness that really elevates the dish.
Caprese Pasta Salad
Caprese Pasta Salad is a simple and tasty summer dish packed with fresh ingredients. The zesty balsamic dressing brings together juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and soft pasta, making it a great side for any gathering.
Puff Pastry Pizza with Blue Cheese & Apples
Puff Pastry Pizza is a simple and tasty way to enjoy pizza at home. It's topped with mild blue cheese, sliced red apples, green asparagus, and crunchy kale chips, making it a great choice for lunch or a light snack.
Easy Turkey Shawarma Meatballs
These Middle Eastern meatballs go great with saffron rice and a zesty hummus sauce. They’re simple to make and perfect for a special lunch.
Lamb Meatballs with Cilantro & Lemon
These Lamb Meatballs are simple to prepare and packed with fresh lemon and cilantro flavor. They pair perfectly with creamy mashed potatoes or can be served as a tasty appetizer at any gathering.
Caprese Salad with Spinach & Cashews
This caprese dish is simple to prepare and hearty enough to serve as dinner. It's a great option for a special meal, especially on Mother's Day.
Shrimp Kabobs
Shrimp and veggies are seasoned and grilled to perfection, creating a light and fresh meal. A zesty banana pepper sauce adds a flavorful kick to this dish.
Instant Pot French Onion Soup
This quick and easy version of French Onion Soup is perfect for a special lunch. Made in the Instant Pot, it features French Baguette and gooey gruyere cheese on top.
Miso Mushroom Ramen
A simple and tasty dashi pairs perfectly with some of the most flavorful mushrooms you'll ever enjoy. This dish is a great choice for a special lunch.
Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta
This sweet and spicy bang bang shrimp pasta is sure to impress. It's made with perfectly cooked fettuccine and shrimp tossed in a creamy sriracha and chili sauce.
Pappardelle Pesto Pasta with Veggies
This pasta dish comes together in no time and is easy to make. With tasty noodles, fresh pesto, and healthy veggies, you can enjoy a restaurant-quality meal at home in under 30 minutes.
Salmon Crème Fraîche Pasta
This salmon pasta with crème fraîche and lemon is quick to prepare and packed with flavor, making it a great choice for any night. Using either fresh or frozen salmon, this dish offers a light and refreshing taste that you can enjoy all year long.
Creamy Broccoli Pasta
This pasta is packed with fresh vegetables, making it a healthier option you'll enjoy. It's a great choice for a satisfying meal that feels special.
Red Pesto Pasta Salad with Veggies
This red pesto pasta is quick to prepare, taking under 30 minutes with only 15 minutes of hands-on time. It's loaded with veggies and flavor, and you can enjoy it hot or cold, whether you use homemade or store-bought pesto.
Grilled Lemon Basil Chicken
This Lemon Chicken Marinade is quick and easy to whip up with just a few healthy ingredients. Using olive oil, lemon, and basil, it keeps the chicken juicy and full of flavor, perfect for grilling, pan frying, or baking.
Turkey Meatballs with Marinara Sauce
These meatballs are packed with flavor from a mix of dried herbs, panko breadcrumbs, and finely chopped onions, which keep them nice and tender. After shaping the meatballs, the rest of the dish comes together quickly.
Shrimp Caesar Pasta Salad
This Shrimp Caesar Pasta Salad combines the classic flavors of a Caesar salad with pasta and grilled shrimp for a delicious twist. It's a filling dish that’s perfect for a satisfying lunch.
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