beefy rice salad sandwiches

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Beefy Rice Salad Sandwiches

Cold rice salad with beef, vegetables, and seasonings served in sandwiches or pita. Great for summer lunches or potluck gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups rice, cooked
  • 1/2 small onion, finely chopped 1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3/4 pound lean ground beef 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
  • 1/2 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
  • 3 pita bread rounds, cut in half lettuce leaves
  • tomato slices