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