Ice cream, popsicles, hot dogs, and burgers are synonymous with summertime fun and guaranteed to mess with your waistline. Here are five summertime party themes that let you enjoy yourself and skip the calorie counting:

TRY A SUMMER FIESTA!

Focus on salsa, not queso. Traditional Mexican food mixes simple preparation with fresh, organic ingredients. There are plenty of healthy Mexican dishes out there, such as taco salads, whole wheat fajitas, and ceviche. If you need booze, consider picking up a low-calori Corona.
Try this: Roasted Tomatillo and Pineapple Salsa

PICK UP A BLANKET AND GO ON A PICNIC

Picnics bring together fresh air, friends, and food. Start by heading over to your local park and working up an appetite. After winning that volleyball game, plop yourself on a checkered blanket for a great meal and some fresh greens. Pack things like iced tea and chicken or cucumber salad.
Try this: Vinegar Cucumber Salad

TURN YOUR SUMMER PARTY INTO A CLAMBAKE!

As far as food-themed parties go, this New England staple is pretty healthy. You only need three things, after all: veggies, seafood, and steam. While traditional clambakes use a tarp, heated stones, and seaweed, you can get the same effect on the grill with a roasting pan and tap water. It’s definitely tasty!
Try this: Shrimp, Avocado, and Cilantro Ceviche

BRING HAWAII HOME WITH A LUAU

Not only are the brightly-colored leis and tiny umbrellas adorable, but the food is healthy! Prepare a menu that features grilled pork or tuna, coconut water, salads full of macadamia nuts, and a side dish of freshly-chopped pineapples.
Try this: Pineapple Agua Fresca

MAKE YOUR SUMMER PARTY A FARMERS MARKET POTLUCK

For foodies hungry for a challenge, this summer party theme’s perfect. Challenge your guests to bring dishes sourced solely from their local farmers’ market. This guarantees that they’ll be using the freshest, most flavorful ingredients. Make a little competition out of it and invite everyone to bring recipe cards for swapping as well. Before you go looking for this farmers market bounty, however, make sure you’re asking [the right questions].
Try this: Roasted Potato Salad

Create a true beach party with your own take on surf and turf! Prioritize finger foods that are easy to keep sand-free. You can’t go wrong with shrimp, chicken skewers, beef kabobs, and or salad cups. Make sure you keep those beach towels handy!
Try this: Bayou Shrimp and Sausage Kabobs

Go the extra mile to make your summer parties healthy and fun!