This Mother's Day, show your appreciation for mom with a cozy dinner that she will love. From comforting classics to fresh and vibrant dishes, there are plenty of ideas to make her feel special. Whether you choose to cook her favorite meal or try something new, these 23 dinner ideas will help create a warm and memorable evening.
4-Ingredient Lazy Lasagna
This lazy lasagna is super easy to prep in just a few minutes, and ready to eat in 35. With store bought shortcuts or homemade ingredients, this is an incredible dinner everyone loves.
15-minute Asian Glazed Salmon
Asian Glazed Salmon is simple to prepare and requires only a few ingredients. The dish features perfectly seared salmon topped with a sweet and savory honey fish sauce glaze.
Duck With Orange Sauce
Duck breasts with orange sauce is a fantastic dish that combines sweet and tangy flavors. It's simple enough to prepare ahead of time, making it a great choice for a special dinner.
Smoked Salmon Risotto
This easy no-stir Smoked Salmon Risotto comes together in just 30 minutes. It's packed with fresh lemon, asparagus, and cold smoked salmon, making it a perfect choice for dinner parties.
Shrimp Carbonara
This quick Shrimp Carbonara offers a tasty take on the classic Italian pasta dish. With creamy goodness and tender shrimp, it's a satisfying meal that combines seafood and pasta effortlessly.
Instant Pot Asparagus Risotto
Risotto can be simple and quick when you use your Instant Pot. This is a great dish for a special Mother's Day dinner.
Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil
This sheet pan seafood boil is full of Cajun flavor, featuring shrimp and andouille sausages seasoned with Creole spices. It's an easy and delicious option for a special dinner.
Flat Iron Steak with Creamy Peruvian Green Sauce
This flat iron steak is packed with flavor and perfect for grilling. It's topped with a creamy and spicy Peruvian green sauce called Aji Verde that adds a nice kick.
Shrimp Kabobs
Grilled shrimp and vegetables are seasoned to perfection and topped with a zesty banana pepper sauce. This is a light and fresh meal that's perfect for celebrating Mother's Day.
Salmon Piccata
This delicious dish is all done in under 20 minutes, and you just need one pan to make it. It comes out super creamy with lots of buttery lemon flavor - perfect to serve with a side of rice.
Sheet Pan Jerk Shrimp with Coconut Rice
Sheet Pan Jerk Shrimp are quick to prepare and packed with vibrant flavors, all made in one pan in under 30 minutes. Pair it with coconut rice for a fun, tropical dinner any night.
Spicy Baked Salmon
This baked salmon is fresh and full of flavor. It comes together in under 30 minutes and pairs perfectly with potatoes, veggies, or a salad.
Sautéed Shrimp with Zucchini
Sautéed shrimp with zucchini highlights the fresh flavors of both ingredients. With garlic and lemon juice added, this dish is full of flavor and is a simple one-pan meal for busy days.
Mushroom Truffle Risotto
This no-stir Mushroom Truffle Risotto is packed with flavor from mushrooms, white truffle oil, and white wine, and can be ready in under 40 minutes. It's a fantastic dish for dinner parties that will leave your guests impressed, so keep the easy preparation a secret!
Ricotta Spinach Tortellini Bake
Make this delicious tortellini bake in under 30 minutes, following just a few simple steps. It's loaded with two types of cheese and lots of spinach for a comforting, cheesy, dinner that's still full of good stuff. Perfect for weeknight dinners, or any time you need a quick meal!
Smoked Salmon & Spinach Pasta
This quick pasta dish is packed with the flavors of smoked salmon and lemon. It's a meal you'll want to make again and again.
Grilled Steak Kabobs
Steak kabobs are a great option for summer grilling. They're vibrant, flavorful, and juicy, making them a fun meal to enjoy outdoors.
Salmon Risotto with Leeks & Lemon
This Salmon Risotto is a flavorful dish that you can whip up in under 40 minutes without needing to stir constantly. With the bright tastes of lemon, leeks, and parsley, it's a great choice for dinner parties or a simple weeknight meal.
One Pan Fish & Broccoli in Lemon Butter Caper Sauce
A smooth and tasty lemon butter caper sauce goes perfectly with fish and broccoli. Everything is cooked in just one pan, making cleanup easy.
Shrimp Scampi Without Wine
Shrimp Scampi can be made in just 10 minutes, offering a delicious appetizer or meal. The combination of garlic, lemon, chili, and parsley fills your kitchen with a wonderful aroma.
Shrimp Asparagus Risotto
This creamy risotto is packed with shrimp and asparagus, bringing together the fresh flavors of lemon, basil, and parmesan. It's a quick and easy dinner that can be ready in just 40 minutes, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a special meal at home.
New Orleans BBQ Shrimp
This classic Cajun shrimp dish is rich and tasty, and you can have it ready in just 20 minutes. The shrimp are cooked in a delicious sauce with garlic, beer, Worcestershire sauce, Creole spices, and lots of butter.
Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken
Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken is easy to prepare and comes out tender and juicy. This chicken breast dish features a delicious cheesy filling that everyone will love.
Surf and Turf Foil Packs
Steak and shrimp come together with corn and red onion in these tasty foil packets. This is a great meal to prepare over a campfire, on the grill, or in the oven.
Pork Chops with Red Wine & Mushrooms
Pork chops cooked with garlic, mushrooms, and thyme are a flavorful option that can be ready in just 25 minutes. Simmered in red wine, this dish is perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.
Salmon Tartare
Smoked Salmon Tartare is a simple and elegant appetizer that you can prepare in advance. It's flavored with zesty French Dijon mustard and a touch of rum, and finished off with crispy fried capers.
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