No need to break any resolutions just yet—it's possible to make the rounds at Miami's newest restaurants without widening your waistline thanks to these healthy picks.
Miso-Tahini Massaged Kale at 27
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We already can't get enough of The Broken Shaker's cocktails; now the Freehand Miami has upped the ante with the addition of farm-to-table restaurant 27. In the spirit of going local, Chef James Seyba sources ingredients from as close to home as an on-site garden, while his menu highlights Miami's multicultural cuisine with items ranging from seafood to Middle Eastern specialties. One standout dish is the miso-tahini massaged kale—an out-of-the-box approach to this star superfood—served as a salad topped with fennel and crispy chickpeas. 2727 Indian Creek Dr., Miami Beach, 305-531-2727
Toro Tartare at Morimoto
Start your meal (and your year) on the right note at Morimoto's first Miami flagship with a dish that shows off the Iron Chef's masterful way of blending Japanese and Western fare. The toro tartare, one of the healthier items on the menu—and one of Chef Masaharu Morimoto's most beloved—is served with wasabi, nori paste, and sour cream, and packaged beautifully in two tiny Japanese-style boxes. 1801 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-341-1500
Black Grouper Tacos at Matador Room
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Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten puts a very Miami spin on his latest outpost at the new Miami Beach Edition hotel. The seasonal menu spans influences from Latin cuisine, served up in small and large plates with options from charred Florida octopus to crunchy potato nuggets. Our choice for a fresh take on tacos is those with Florida black grouper—griddled, not crispy—topped with aioli and cabbage-chili pickle. 2901 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 786-257-4588
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Roasted Halibut at Seagrape
If you've been anticipating Chef Michelle Bernstein's new venture at the Thompson Miami Beach, you're in luck; the menu at the Florida-flavored brasserie is chock-full of healthy picks. Among the local surf-and-turf dishes, the roasted halibut is on the lighter side and served with aho negro, sultana grapes, Swiss chard, and Marcona almonds—you'll feel even better about chowing down knowing where your food came from. 4041 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 786-605-4043
Housemade Granola at Siena Tavern
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Ah, brunch—our favorite meal of the week, yet also one of the most calorie-laden. Luckily, Siena Tavern's new brunch menu allows diners to indulge in this weekly ritual with something slightly less decadent, but still sweet. It comes in the form of the eatery’s housemade granola served with Greek yogurt, fresh berries, and native forest puremiel honey. Make up for the calories you saved by treating yourself to a Bloody Mary kit for the table. 404 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305-534-5577
Florida Yellowtail Snapper at La Savina
Opened just this week, Mondrian's new Mediterranean grill offers fresh fare inspired by Spain's Formentera island. The menu, designed to be enjoyed family-style, is loaded with crudos, grilled meat, fish prepared a la parrilla, and seasonal veggies. Order the whole Florida yellowtail snapper with charred lemon and salsa verde and you'll be treated to a succulent feast that lets you stick to your New Year's diet. 1100 West Ave., Miami Beach, 305-514-1940
Snapper Crudo at Modern Garden
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With a debut during Art Basel, Seasalt and Pepper's Carlos and Maryam Miranda expanded their seafood theme with Modern Garden, a hot-stone and crudo lounge. Here, the bare-bone dishes are packed with flavor without carrying an insane number of calories. Our pick is from the crudo side: the snapper spruced with citrus, pink peppercorn, vinaigrette, lime zest and basil blossom. 422 N.W. North River Dr., Miami, 305-440-4200
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF THOMPSON MIAMI BEACH (SEAGRAPE); JUSTIN NAMON/RA-HAUS FOTOGRAPHIE (27)