Party Recipes (Most Popular)

We swapped shrimp for crab in this Chinese takeout favorite to save sodium and money, but we didn't skimp on flavor!

This refreshing and not-too-sweet beverage is almost too pretty to drink. Almost!

This little bite-size burger is a fun appetizer for any get-together. They look neat, taste great and are very kid-friendly too!

A light summer spin on the classic Italian dish. Colorful and bursting with flavor, this meal pairs perfectly with whole wheat couscous and a green salad.

Start with this simple but flavorful recipe, then add in anything you'd like! Try it with fresh herbs like chives, cilantro, rosemary, or thyme.

A fresh alternative to regular pizza.

This is a healthy adaptation to the "Watergate Salad" of old. It's a delicious, refreshing treat if you like pistachio pudding. It's low-fat, sugar-free, low-calorie, and has a serving of fruit and milk.

When you're craving something crunchy but don't want the added fat, whip up a batch of these chips.

This is great for kid parties without giving them a ton of excess calories and fat.

Better and healthier meatloaf

The natural and tasty guacamole that ANYONE loves!

Eat as a side salad or add two grilled scallops and a slice of grilled whole-grain bread for a meal!

Turn caprese salad into a fun appetizer by serving it in shot glasses!

Easy and low in calories, these cool treats are perfect when you want something small and sweet.

Delicious served hot with toasted bagel or pita chips and can also be served as a cold dip.

This lightened-up version of a St. Patrick's Day classic tastes just like the real deal!

This sauce hails from Argentina, a country that's known for tasty grilled meats. Pair this with grilled beef, pork, chicken and even fish. It's also a great dipping sauce for grilled vegetables and whole-wheat bread.

Call it a parfait, call it a sundae, call it anything you want. Just call on it at snack time.

The caramel, chocolate and touch of salt with the crackers made these a huge hit with the gang. The calorie count is low -- if you can stick to just one serving. It reminds me of a homemade chocolate bar.

Forget canned cherries! Use fresh cherries in-season to make this delicious summer dessert.

Soy substitutes are so convincingly delicious that no one will know this isn't real chorizo. Bonus: This dish has zero cholesterol!

Crunchy almonds, creamy avocado, and crisp arugula pair perfectly with smooth and sweet mango in this simple salad.

A fresh take on a Mexican favorite. From Party Like a Culinista: Fresh Recipes, Bold Flavors, and Good Friends

Depending on how small you chop the veggies, this light summer side can be a salad or salsa. Pair the salad with grilled chicken or shrimp. As a dip, opt for endive, jicama slices, or lime tortilla chips.

A perfect holiday cheese ball made with blue cheese, onion and spices. Adjust the amount of heat to suit your guests.

A wonderful snack that's easy to make.

Taste the rainbow with this fun fruit tray. It's a cute way to get everyone to eat more fruit--special occasion or not!