2 Healthy New Year's Eve Menus for Metabolic Health

Recipes: Crab Cakes + Citrus Salad and Tri-tip with Chimichurri + Romesco Asparagus

*This newsletter is not intended to be medical advice.

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What a year it has been!

And I could not be more grateful for all of you — my readers, supporters, friends, family, and gals like me who love delicious food but also feeling their best, too. It’s because of you that I’ve gotten to spend the last 10 years sharing my passion for delicious, healthier food with others — my dream job. Whether you’ve texted me with your photos of the meals you’ve created, you’ve hired me to cook for an event or to teach you how to cook, you’ve purchased my cookbook, you’ve attended my launch parties for appearances on the Food Network, you’ve helped me prep and serve food when I needed an extra hand, and you’ve now been a Julienne follower and supporter, I wouldn’t be here today without YOU!

Thank you so, so much for being here. You are my heroes—always going above and beyond to be a good friend, to build a healthy happy family, and to take care of yourself and your health, so that you’re the best person you can be. I love being your “healthy friend” and am honored to be someone you can confide in for guidance through your own journey. If I could give you a big warm hug right now, I would. We have an exciting year ahead, and I can’t wait to share what’s in store!

THANK YOU and HAPPY NEW YEAR!

I am back this week with Part 2…

…of my collaboration with the talented Beth Bollinger from

Nest Wellness by Beth Bollinger

, whose Christmas breakfast recipes were a hit last week. Now for recipes for your NYE celebrations ahead!

For New Year’s Eve, two household favorites that I cooked for many people as a private chef are two elegant and flavorful recipes that are as easy to prepare as they are beautiful: Roasted Asparagus with Romesco and Tri-tip with Chimichurri. Beth’s family loves crab cakes with caper remoulade paired with citrus salad with fennel and olives. So here you go!

• Roasted Asparagus with Easy Romesco: A bold, colorful side dish that’s perfect for the holidays. The smoky romesco sauce adds vibrant flavor to tender asparagus, making it an energizing and festive addition to your New Year’s menu.

• Grilled or Roasted Tri-Tip with Chimichurri: This herbaceous, versatile dish is perfect whether you’re hosting a crowd or keeping it intimate. The bright chimichurri pairs beautifully with tri-tip, roasted veggies, or mushrooms if you’re skipping meat.

• Crab Cakes with Caper Remoulade: These easy homemade crab cakes are insanely good because they have very little "filler.” The perfect treat to make as an appetizer or as a main dish with a side salad. I recommend doubling or tripling the recipe because they always disappear fast! The caper remoulade is also terrific as a salad dressing, so make extra!

• Citrus Salad with Fennel and Olives: This festive, vibrant, and tasty salad is a show-stopper and is the perfect accompaniment to crab cakes for an easy New Year’s Eve meal loaded with nutrients and flavor.

These recipes focus on balanced blood sugars and nutrient-dense ingredients, leaving you feeling your best as you ring in the new year. If you missed our Christmas breakfast recipes, check them out here. These recipes are free of gluten and refined sugar, and are dairy-free or have dairy-free swaps.

Beth’s dedication to creating unprocessed, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free recipes that support metabolic health has transformed thousands of lives. Her passion, rooted in healing her own body and helping her family thrive, aligns seamlessly with my work at Modern Women’s Nutrition. Similarly, my journey began with healing my own body, which led me to the kitchen—where I discovered a love for cooking healthy meals for others, including professional athletes like Steph Curry and LeBron James.

Beth’s passion for creating recipes that support women’s wellness pairs beautifully with my work at Modern Women’s Nutrition, and I hope our dishes inspire you to cook with joy this holiday season.

If you need a blood sugar friendly dessert for New Year’s Eve, consider this easy, no bake Pistachio Chocolate Torte or these Chocolate Caramel Shortbread Bars from Nest Wellness. If you need an easy make-ahead sweet bread for a snack or the morning after, try this Juicy Persimmon Bread or B6 Banana Bread to boost your energy levels. All of these sweet treats are crafted to support blood sugar balance and metabolic health. As always, these recipes are free of gluten and refined sugar, and are dairy-free or have dairy-free swaps and are low carb as well!

Grilled or Roasted Tri-tip with Chimichurri

By Anja Lee Hall with Modern Women’s Nutrition

This dish is a show-stopper, perfect for a cozy dinner at home as well as outdoor grilling season. The bold flavors of chimichurri—a tangy, herb-packed sauce—pair beautifully with tender, juicy tri-tip. Inspired by one of my favorite chefs, Melanie, this recipe highlights fresh cilantro, parsley, and garlic for a vibrant and nutrient-dense accompaniment. You’ll love how easy it is to prepare, with hormone-balancing nutrients like vitamin C, antioxidants, and healthy fats.

Why it’s great for women’s hormone health:

• Cilantro and Parsley: Support detoxification and aid in balancing estrogen levels.

• Garlic: Rich in sulfur compounds that support liver health and hormone

  metabolism.

• Beef: Provides iron and B vitamins, crucial for energy and reproductive health.

• Olive Oil: Contains healthy fats that help regulate hormones and reduce

  inflammation.