Plan a beautiful vegan Mother’s Day for that special person. Here are some delicious vegan Mother’s Day brunch ideas for a healthy and fabulous Mother’s Day celebration!
As many of you know, my mom is the reason I chose a plant-based life since she is my inspiration; I am in charge of Mother’s Day brunch, which is an annual celebration at my house.
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Mother figures come in all different forms, from an aunt, a big sister, a step-mom, or a nanny who has helped raise you to that special teacher at school who cared, or a kindly neighbor or work colleague who took you under their wing. There are dog moms, cat moms, and there are even dads who are moms. So, lets celebrate everyone who cares for others on this Mother’s Day holiday!
Here are some of my favorite Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas!
History of Mother’s Day
The origins of celebrating motherhood can be traced back to Ancient Greece and Rome, where festivals were held in honor of their mother goddesses, Rhea and Cybele. Much later, in the 16th century, Mothering Sunday was recognized during the fourth Sunday of Lent for parishes of the Church of England and the Roman Catholic Church. So this holiday was less about mothers and more about attending your “mother church,” meaning the local Christian church.
But the history of Mother’s Day as we know it came from humble origins in West Virginia, USA.
During the American Civil War, Ann Reeves Jarvis, known as “Mother Jarvis” in her local parish, helped start “Mother’s Day Work Clubs” to raise awareness of the poor health conditions in her community. These clubs proved to be a tremendous unifying force for a region that was socially divided during the Civil War. After the war ended, Mrs. Jarvis organized “Mother’s Friendship Day” to promote reconciliation between the Union and Confederacy.
In the late 19th century, the United States saw many different movements to organize a Mother’s Day, including the efforts of Julia Ward Howe, an abolitionist and suffragist, who wrote the “Mother’s Day Proclamation.” This called for mothers to unite and promote world peace.
Vegan Salads
I love making this vegan green bean salad for Mother’s Day brunch because I can make it ahead of time, and everyone loves it!
This green bean salad is loaded with fresh vegetables, tofu feta cheese, topped with caramelized shallots, and toasted slivered almonds, dressed in an oil-free lemon basil dressing.
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Vegan Waldorf Salad is a vegan spin on a classic Waldorf Salad I enjoyed with my family when my grandma was still alive, and we celebrated Mother’s Day at her house.
Crunchy with crisp apples, celery, and walnuts, this vegan Waldorf salad is a classic recipe perfect for the fall. Take a bite of this sweet and savory vegan Waldorf salad recipe, and you’ll be hooked.
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Sweet potato salad combines cooked and raw vegetables in a savory dressing served with peppery arugula.
Sweet potato salad combines savory and sweet and is full of superfood goodness. Roasted sweet potatoes are tossed into various veggies and greens and dressed in a tangy dressing. Salads don’t have to be boring, so mix up your salad routine with this sweet potato salad recipe.
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This vegan strawberry salad combines fresh organic strawberries with veggies and teh crunchiness of toasted quinoa. This is one of Mom’s favorites.
Vegan strawberry salad is a superfood salad with a variety of dark leafy greens, vegetables, toasted quinoa, almonds topped with tofu feta cheese, and dressed with an oil-free strawberry vinaigrette dressing.
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Everyone loves pasta, so this vegan pasta salad is a crowd-pleaser!
This spring, make a vegan pasta salad full of vibrant spring vegetables dressed in a light, tangy, oil-free vinaigrette dressing. This spring pasta salad is so fresh and delicious that your guests will return for seconds.
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In a hurry? No worries! Whip up a beautiful, savory mushroom pasta salad recipe Mom will love.
Savory roasted mushrooms highlight this roasted mushroom pasta salad. Dressed in a creamy dijon maple dressing, this mushroom pasta salad recipe is ready in under 30 minutes.
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For a traditional classic, serve vegan macaroni salad if you plan a brunch BBQ for Mom.
Summer is on the way, and what better way to greet it than with a classic vegan macaroni salad for your first BBQ! 15 minutes from start to finish, this vegan version of a classic macaroni salad will bring them back for more.
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Vegan Sandwiches
One way I often serve Mother’s Day brunch is to make a sandwich bar with assorted bread, sandwich fillings, and toppings like tomatoes, lettuce, onions, and pickles. Then, everyone makes their sandwich creations.
Chickpea egg salad is one of my family’s favorites. Serve it as a sandwich spread, stuffed in small tomatoes, or with crackers and vegetables.
If you love tofu egg salad, you must try chickpea egg salad! This version of vegan egg salad is delicious, soy-free, gluten-free, and easy to make in less than 20 minutes.
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Another excellent sandwich spread is chickpea tuna salad! Serve with pita bread, or make tea sandwiches on bread or slices of cucumbers.
Lunch doesn’t need to be complicated. Stuff a beautiful tomato with chickpea tuna salad. Skip the bread, and choose a vegetable to hold your favorite vegan chickpea salad mix. Or, make a tuna melt, or load up your favorite rice crackers! The possibilities are endless, and the taste is divine.
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Add a little sassiness to your chickpea tuna salad with this curry salad instead of a traditional tuna chickpea salad.
Curried chickpea salad is loaded with vegetables and curry flavors, perfect as a salad, sandwich spread, or side dish.
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Try this vegan chicken salad with red grapes! I love this salad in a bowl, but it makes a fabulous sandwich or topping for a salad as well. Or fill a zucchini boat for added veggie bliss.
This vegan chicken salad recipe is fabulous stuffed in a tomato, wrap or pita, a sandwich, or on top of a crunchy salad! With two different versions, you get to choose how you like it.
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Serve this vegan lobster salad in a bowl with all the fixings on the side for your guests to create unique lobster rolls. If you plan the theme, serve it with vegan clam chowder soup.
This vegan lobster roll recipe is made with heart of palm, chickpeas, vegetables, and seaweed dressed in a tangy, creamy dressing. Toast a whole-grain bun, add greens, and load up this beautiful lobster salad.
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Fire up the grill and serve grilled vegetables with various vegan sauces or hummus and bread for the family to construct vegetable wrap sandwiches or enjoy the grilled vegetables without the bread.
Nothing tastes better than a veg wrap sandwich. Layered with a white bean sandwich spread, grilled vegetables, and arugula wrapped in lavash bread, this veg wrap sandwich recipe can be eaten cold or grilled in a skillet for a crispy crunch.
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Vegan Soups
Soups are easy to prepare in advance in a crockpot, Instant Pot, or stovetop. And you can make large amounts for guests to self-serve with crackers or bread on the side. Pile up the bowls, put the spoons in a cut container, and have a vegan soup bar.
Vegan Gnocchi soup combines fluffy gnocchi and veggies in tasty creamy vegan broth. This soup is my family’s favorite.
Thick and creamy, this vegan gnocchi soup recipe is oil-free, loaded with vegetables and delicate potato gnocchi dumplings in a savory broth. Not only is this soup decadent, but it also takes under 25 minutes from start to finish. Stove-top, crockpot and Instant Pot directions provided.
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Minestrone soup is loaded with veggies, beans, and a little pasta in a creamy tomato broth. I don’t know anyone who doesn’t love vegan Minestrone.
Watch out, Rachel Ray; my vegan minestrone is just as delicious, oil-free, and plant-based. Enjoy the same savory goodness without all the fat and calories and enjoy this delightful vegan minestrone recipe for lunch, dinner, or freeze it for future meals.
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If you want a creamy, delicious, vegetable-filled soup, try this vegan cream of broccoli soup made with all vegetables, even the creamy, cheesy base.
Vegan Cream of Broccoli Soup is a satisfyingly creamy, cheesy soup made from potatoes, carrots, onions, and broccoli without nuts, non-dairy milk, or oil. So, dive into a bowl of luscious cream of broccoli soup.
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Another hearty soup is wild rice soup with mushrooms. This is a great soup to serve with a large salad and crusty bread.
Wild Rice Soup with Mushrooms is gluten-free, oil-free, nut-free, and fabulous. Loaded with veggies in a thick, creamy, savory broth, this wild rice and mushroom soup is simply mouthwatering. Cook it on the stovetop, in the crockpot, or the Instant Pot.
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If serving soup with vegan brunch, remember the crackers. For an oil-free cracker option, these lavash crackers are easy to make.
Make crispy, crunchy oil-free crackers in under 10 minutes! You will love this quick and easy oil-free cracker recipe.
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Crowd-Pleasing Vegan Dips
To feed a hungry group, don’t forget to serve various dips to please the family throughout the Mother’s Day celebration.
Regardless of the type of holiday, this Greek layered dip is always the first empty plate during any party.
Layer on top of layer of fabulous freshness. Take hummus to the next level and enjoy this festive vegan layer Greek dip! Serve with baked pita chips or vegetables; this dip is always a crowd-pleaser.
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This white bean dip is simple and delicious. Served hot or cold, it is fabulous with toasted sourdough bread, crackers, or as a vegetable dip.
White bean dip is a savory, rich hot dip with incredible flavor. Healthy and robust, this white bean dip can also be served as a cold dip with bread, crackers, or vegetables for dipping—skinning dipping at its best.
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Additionally, this vegan french onion dip tastes fabulous with homemade potato chips or doubles as a spread on a vegetable sandwich.
Vegan French Onion Dip is so creamy and savory that you won’t believe it’s vegan. Vegan french onion dip is a family favorite, perfect for homemade oil-free chips, vegetables, or a spread for your favorite burger recipe. Nut-free option provided.
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For another vegetable-filled dip, try this creamy vegan spinach dip. This vegan spin on a classic spinach dip can be served in a bread bowl with pulled bread or vegetables on the side.
Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip is a creamy all veggie sensation. Served hot or cold, this all-vegetable dip is oil-free, nut-free, and plant-milk-free. Even the cheesy sauce is made with only vegetables. This is skinny dipping at its finest.
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A beautiful addition to any vegan Mother’s Day brunch is a plate of fresh spring fruit with vegan fruit dip.
Vegan fruit dip is a creamy, dreamy dip perfect for fruit, cookies, or your favorite salty snacks. Sweet and delicious, this fruit dip recipe is made in a single cup blender with 5 simple ingredients. Get ready to amaze your friends with this yummy fruity treat.
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Vegan Breakfast Ideas
For those who enjoy breakfast types foods for brunch, here are some fun ideas to make Mom smile.
How about having an omelet bar? Yes, you can! Make a large portion of chickpea omelet batter, offer various veggies, and put on your chef hat at the stove.
Try a chickpea omelette for breakfast this morning, or have breakfast for dinner! This quick and easy breakfast is a fabulous way to start the day. Made with chickpea flour and your favorite vegetables, you will love this vegan omelette, made to order.
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If you enjoy JUST Egg, try a Just Egg omelet as an alternative option for an omelet bar.
If you’re looking for a quick and easy breakfast, this JUST Egg Omelette is the answer you’ve been looking for! For the best vegan omelette recipe, loaded with veggies, try this incredible JUST Egg omelette recipe.
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Instead of an omelet bar, make various quiches for your family to enjoy!
This light and flavorful Mediterranean vegan quiche is the perfect entree or made into individual baby quiches using a mini muffin pan. For breakfast, lunch, or dinner, enjoy this delicious savory quiche.
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If you’re looking for a quick and easy recipe, this JUST Egg quiche recipe is elegant, yet simple. Filled with savory Mediterranean flavors, this is a perfect brunch, lunch, or weeknight dinner.
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Or, make baby quiches with different fillings as a bite-sized treat!
Vegan Quiches are bite-sized appetizers or a quick and easy breakfast. These little bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion full of vegetables and savory flavors. Easy to freeze and even easier to reheat, these little treasures will melt in your mouth.
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Tips
- To expedite planning and cooking, use a vegetable chopper to save time.
- Creating a sandwich, omelet, soup, or appetizer bar is a great way to allow your guests to create their vegan meal by making choices and allowing you to enjoy your family rather than stay in the kitchen all day.
- Planning ahead, prepping, and cooking ahead of time reduces stress when preparing for any party.
- Serve a large fruit plate, or make fruit kabobs or a pretty addition to any vegan Mother’s Day brunch menu.
- Try making fun bubbly mocktails to go with your chosen menu.
- Serve different bread choices on a platter with dips, sandwich spreads, and soups.
From my family to yours, Happy Mother’s Day! I hope you enjoy your special day surrounded by the people and pets you love!
Hi! My name is Kathy, I am a retired high school English teacher & vegan enthusiast and blogger. My entire blog is fully plant-based vegan. I truly believe what we eat & how we live determines our health & the preservation of our planet! 🙂