Hosting a brunch on a budget can be stress-free with these smart tips and creative menu ideas! Learn how to keep costs down with seasonal ingredients, make-ahead dishes, and crowd-pleasing menu ideas for a brunch party.Impress your guests and enjoy the festivities with these easy and budget-friendly strategies. Check out the blog post for more details!
Have fun when planning your budget brunch menu, here are some menu ideas to get you started:
Mediterranean BrunchMain Dishes - Shakshuka and falafelMeats - Lamb sausage and grilled halloumi cheeseBread and Pastries - Pita Bread, spanakopita, and foccaciaSweet Options - Baklava and Greek yogurt homemade or store-bought with honey and fruitSide Dishes - Hummus, baba ganoush, and tabouli salad
New York Deli BrunchMain Dishes - Bagels and Lox, Reuben sandwichesMeats - Corned Beef and PastramiBread and pasties - Bagels, rye bread, and black and white cookiesSweet Options - Cheesecake and chocolate babkaSide Dishes - Potato salad, coleslaw, and pickles
Mexican Fiesta BrunchMain Dishes - Huevos rancheros and chilaquilesMeats - Grilled chicken and chorizo SausageBread and Pastries - Corn tortillas, Mexican sweet bread, and cinnamon sugar donutsSweet Options - Mexican hot chocolate and tres leches cakeSide Dishes - Refried beans, grilled vegetables, and spicy rice
Southern Comfort BrunchMain Dishes - Biscuits and gravy, shrimp, and gritsMeats - Fried Chicken and hamBreads and Pastries - Buttermilk biscuits, cornbread, and beignetsSweet Options - Sweet potato pie, and pecan pieSide Dishes - Collard Greens, mac and cheese, and deviled eggs
Brunch BuffetMain Dishes - Scrambled eggs and Belgian wafflesMeats - Bacon and breakfast sausageBread and Pastries - Bagels, English muffins, and croissantsSweet Options - Fresh fruit salad, donut holes, and mini muffinsSide Dishes - Roasted potatoes, sautéed mushrooms, and grilled asparagus
French Bistro BrunchMain Dishes - Croque Monsieur and quiche LorraineMeats - Ham and smoked salmonBread and pasties - Baguette, croissant, and pain au chocolatSweet Options - Creme brulee and fruit tartSide Dishes - Mixed greens salad, ratatouille, and gratin Dauphinois
California Fresh BrunchMain Dishes - Avocado toast and breakfast burritoMeats - Turkey bacon and grilled chicken breastBread and Pastries - Whole grain bread, English muffins, and sourdough baguetteSweet Options - Fresh fruit salad and granola parfaitSide Dishes - Mixed greens salad, roasted sweet potatoes, and grilled asparagus
Asian Fusion BrunchMain Dishes - Congee and kimchi fried riceMeats - Korean BBQ short ribs and teriyaki glazed salmonBread and Pastries - Steamed buns, soba noodles, and vegetable spring rollsSweet Options - Mango sticky rice and matcha green tea cakeSide Dishes - Miso soup, Stir-fried vegetables
British Breakfast BrunchMain Dishes - Full English breakfast and Welsh rarebitMeats - Bacon and sausagesBread and pastries - Toast, crumpets, and scones with clotted cream and jamSweet Options - Bread pudding and trifleSide Dishes - Bubble and squeak, grilled tomatoes, and baked beans
Vegetarian BrunchMain Dishes - Vegetarian quiche and tofu ScrambleMeats - Vegetarian sausage and tempeh baconBread and Pastries - Whole grain bread, bagels, and fruit and nut muffinsSweet Options - Vegan banana bread and mixed berry parfaitSide Dishes - Roasted tomatoes, grilled Portobello mushrooms, and avocado slices
Brunch with a TwistMain Dishes - Breakfast tacos and savory crepesMeats - Smoked salmon and turkey sausageBread and Pastries - Naan bread, pumpernickel bread, and banana breadSweet Options - Lemon bars and carrot cake cupcakesSide Dishes - Hash browns, grilled peppers and onions, and roasted broccoli
Middle Eastern BrunchMain Dishes - Shakshuka and Foul Mudammas (Fava Bean Dip)Meats - Lamb kofta and chicken shawarmaBread and Pastries - Pita bread, Manakish (Lebanese Flatbread), and Simit (Turkish Sesame Bread)Sweet Options - Baklava and halvaSide Dishes - Hummus, baba ghanoush, and tabbouleh salad
Tex-Mex BrunchMain Dishes - Breakfast quesadillas and chorizo breakfast burritosMeats - Chorizo and grilled steakBread and Pastries - Cornbread, flour tortillas, and churrosSweet Options - Sopapilla cheesecake and Tres Leches CupcakesSide Dishes - Refried beans, Spanish rice, and grilled vegetables
Italian BrunchMain Dishes - Frittata and breakfast paniniMeats - Prosciutto and Italian sausageBread and Pastries - Focaccia bread, croissants, and biscottiSweet Options - Cannoli and tiramisuSide Dishes - Caprese salad, roasted potatoes, and grilled asparagus
Classic BrunchMain Dishes - Quiche and eggs benedictMeats - Ham and baconBread and Pastries - English muffins, bagels, and croissantsSweet Options - Cinnamon rolls and fresh fruit saladSide Dishes - Roasted tomatoes, sauteed spinach, and homemade fries
Notes
Nutrition, serving size and cook times are based on the first recipe on the recipe card.