Name: Steak Salad with Caraway Vinaigrette and Rye Croutons
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 slices seeded rye bread, torn into 1/4" pieces; 3 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup olive oil, divided; 1 1/2 pounds hanger steak, center membrane removed, cut into 4 pieces; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; 1 teaspoon caraway seeds; 2 tablespoons Sherry vinegar; 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard; 1/2 teaspoon honey; 4 small carrots, peeled, shaved lengthwise with a vegetable peeler; 4 cups mustard greens, ribs removed, leaves torn into bite-size pieces; 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves with tender stems

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Steak Salad with Caraway Vinaigrette and Rye CroutonsChristina Holmes

All the flavors of a steak sandwich on rye, but in salad form.

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