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21 Vegan Mother's Day Recipes

by Sarah McMinn / Posted: May 8, 2017 / Updated: July 20, 2020 / Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links.

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Find all things sweet and decadent in this Vegan Mother's Day Recipe roundup. From breakfast to dessert, you can show love through the gift of food. Your mom deserves it.
French toast with freshly sliced strawberries
A collage of 4 vegan mother's day recipes

Find all things sweet and decadent in this Vegan Mother's Day Recipe roundup. From breakfast to dessert, you can show love through the gift of food. Your mom deserves it.

A collage of 4 vegan mother's day recipes

With Mother's Day a few weeks away, I figured it was time to round up some of the most decadent springtime recipes on this website to help us celebrate the wonderful women in our lives.

Whether you want to celebrate your best friend, mother, grandmother, or sister, Mother's Day should be a celebration of women everywhere who inherently show strength, grace, and resilience in a world that is not always kind to them.

And specifically to moms, a job that requires so much sacrifice and love, let you be celebrated these coming days!

Mother's Day Recipes

What better way to celebrate the ones we love most than with some of nature’s best foods? And so, I’ve gathered sweet and decadent springtime recipes that will help you celebrate your mothers all day long, through brunch, lunch, and, dinner.

In this roundup, you'll find classic recipes with a healthy vegan spin that your mother will absolutely love.

How do I know that? I'm a mother and I approve them all.


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Vegan Brunch Recipes
Vegan Sides and Salads
Vegan Dinner Recipes
Vegan Dessert Recipes
Mother's Day Gift Ideas

Vegan Brunch Recipes

Let’s start off this day of celebration with a hearty vegan brunch.

When I think about Mother's Day Brunch, I think about the decadence of sweet morning breakfasts like French Toast and cinnamon rolls as well as eggy casseroles like quiches and frittatas. Here are a few of my favorite foods to share at Mother's Day Brunch.

Classic Vegan French Toast with sliced strawberries and maple syrup.

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Classic Vegan French Toast
This Classic Vegan French Toast is made even better without eggs. Made with chickpea flour and soy milk, this vegan brunch recipe will certainly impress.
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Vegan Banana Pancakes with chocolate chips
Vegan Banana Pancakes
Wake up to these easy vegan banana pancakes. Light, fluffy, and slightly sweetened with maple syrup, this is a breakfast worth getting out of bed for. Ready in 10 minutes! 
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Finished cinnamon roll on a metal spatula
Easy Vegan Cinnamon Rolls
These easy vegan cinnamon rolls are sweet, tender, and filled with cinnamon flavor for a plant-based spin on a classic favorite morning pastry. Simple and fail-proof, you’ll wanna keep this delicious recipe on hand! Perfect for weekend brunch and holidays.
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Stack of vegan zucchini fritters with sour cream
Vegan Zucchini Fritters
These warm and zesty vegan zucchini fritters!  Made in just 20 minutes, they make the perfect breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Top with vegan sour cream and fresh green onions for a simple and delicious meal. 
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Finished dish on a white plate
Caramelized Onion and Shiitake Mushroom Vegan Quiche
This Caramelized Onion and Shiitake Mushroom Vegan Quiche with butter lettuce makes the perfect addition to your holiday brunch table. With a pastry pie crust and filled with savory tofu filling, this quiche is sure to impress!
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Vegan Sides and Salads

Need that perfect side to go with your Mother's Day dinner?

Look no further. I’ve got you covered. With everything from quinoa salads, faux chicken salads, skinny scalloped potatoes, and more, there’s something for everyone. Here are a few of my favorite foods to share at your Mother's Day dinners.

Vegan Chicken Caesar Salad with Soy Curls
Vegan Chicken Caesar Salad
A refreshing and classic vegan Caesar Salad made with Romaine lettuce and topped with soy curls "chicken", vegan parmesan, fresh croutons, and homemade caesar dressing. It's a healthy spin on a classic salad that everyone will love. 
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Finished dish on a white plate with lemon wedges
Vegan Risotto with Asparagus and Peas
This homemade vegan Ricotta Cheese is made with just 5 simple ingredients and in under 5 minutes for a delicious plant-based cheese alternative.
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Finished salad on a white plate
Vegan Quinoa Salad with Strawberries and Lemon Vinaigrette
You're going to love this delicious Strawberry Mint Vegan Quinoa Salad. It is tossed with homemade Lemon Vinaigrette for a simple and refreshing cool summer salad. Serve it at your next vegan potluck or BBQ. 
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Vegan Chicken Salad in white bowl
Vegan Chicken Salad
A Vegan Chicken Salad everyone will love. This traditional salad is made with green jackfruit and mixed with celery, onions, and pickles for a healthy twist on a classic salad. Soy and gluten-free! 
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Lemon Orzo Salad on a white plate
Cucumber Lemon Orzo Salad
Lighten up with this refreshing Cucumber Lemon Orzo Salad. Made with fresh herbs, Persian cucumbers, and toasted pine nuts, this salad is then tossed with a lemon garlic dressing. Made in 20 minutes! 
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Vegan Scalloped Potatoes in casserole dish
Vegan Scalloped Potatoes
Vegan scalloped potatoes! It's a healthy spin on a classic family favorite. These skinny scalloped potatoes are made with layers of Russet potatoes and cheesy cauliflower sauce that's topped with vegan parmesan cheese and fresh chives. So good! 

Vegan Dinner Recipes

There are so many options for Mother's Day dinner.

I love recipes that celebrate the freshness of spring and vegetables such as cauliflower steaks, lemony pasta, and asparagus cream tarts. Think of filling your table with all the springtime vegetables through small plate items.

Lemon Pepper Cauliflower Steaks on silver platter

Lemon Pepper Cauliflower Steaks
These vegan Lemon Pepper Cauliflower steaks are crispy, zesty, and packed with flavor! A plant-based main that's perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Finished dish on a white plate
Wild Mushroom Pasta with Pistachio Cream Sauce
You're going to love this Wild Mushroom Pasta with Pistachio Cream Sauce. It's crispy sautéed mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes tossed with truffle cream sauce. So good! Finish it with Truffle Salt for a delicious vegan meal. 
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Finished asparagus tart on a white plate
Cashew Cream and Asparagus Tart
Make any holiday special with this Vegan Cashew Cream and Asparagus Tart. Made with puff pastry for a delicious and decadent side dish for your holiday table.
Vegan pasta on a white plate with a fork
Vegan Pasta Primavera
Vegan Pasta Primavera! It's a light and refreshing pasta dish made with fresh spring vegetables and Fusilli pasta tossed with fresh lemon juice, vegan parmesan cheese, and salt and pepper. Made in under 20 minutes!
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Eggplant meatballs on a fork
Eggplant Meatballs with Zucchini Noodles
You're going to love these wholesome and flavor-packed vegan eggplant meatballs baked to perfection and served with homemade marinara and zucchini noodles. It's a delicious and low-carb vegan meal the whole family will love.
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Vegan Dessert Recipes

No Mother's Day meal is complete without a delicious vegan dessert.

My favorite desserts for springtime are ones that are light and filled with fresh fruits and berries. Lemon cakes, berry cobblers, and shortcakes are always a hit this time of year. And I highly recommend my 5-ingredient coconut ice cream to accompany any vegan dessert. It’s a fan favorite!

Mini Vegan Fruit Tarts with fresh berries

Vegan Fruit Tart
A vegan fruit tart made with a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread crust, filled with sweet cream cheese, and topped with glazed berries for the perfect springtime treat. Bring this refreshing dessert to your next garden party or wedding shower. 
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Whole cake with lemons and blackberries
Lemon Olive Oil Cake
Vegan olive oil cake filled with lemon zest for deliciously subtle flavors and an ultra moist delicate crumb; a decadent and beautiful dessert.
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Finished recipe on a cutting board
Vegan Pound Cake with Lemon Glaze
A vegan Pound Cake that is so rich and decadent no one will believe it's vegan. Topped with a lemony glaze for a delightful sweet morning or midday snack. 
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Vegan Strawberry Shortcakes
Vegan Strawberry Shortcake
This simple Vegan Strawberry Shortcake is made with cream biscuits, fresh strawberries, and coconut whipped cream for an easy springtime dessert.
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Vegan strawberry ice cream in a loaf pan
Vegan Strawberry Ice Cream
Make your own dairy-free ice cream at home with this vegan strawberry ice cream. Made with just 5 ingredients for a delicious and refreshing summertime dessert. 
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Mother's Day Gift Ideas

5 bottles of red and white wine

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  1. Does she like wine? Winc has an entire vegan wine selection and right now if you buy 4 bottles, you get them for 50% off! It’s a ridiculously good deal and the perfect gift. You can either purchase one time orders through Winc or open up even more discounts by being part of their wine club.
  2. Thrive Market has thousands of best-selling organic foods and natural products and they are priced 25-50% lower than traditional retail prices! Get her the gift of a Thrive Market membership so she can get access to the best organic and non-GMO groceries at a HUGE discount. Use this link to get a FREE gift (up to $24 in value) with your first order!

Get my full vegan gift guide.

There you have it. 21 vegan spring recipes perfect to celebrate your mothers and the women in your life. Make sure to tell those women how much they mean to you this year.

Written by Sarah McMinn

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