Star Burgers
Star Burgers are raw vegan patties made from linseeds, blanched almonds, tomatoes, sun dried tomatoes, carrots and pitted dates, bound with olive oil and seasoned with herb salt and cumin. The Thermomix TM7 grinds the seeds and nuts and chops the vegetables in seconds, giving these plant-based burgers a firm, succulent texture without any knife work.
About this recipe
Star Burgers Thermomix TM7 bring a raw, plant-based twist to the classic burger. Searching for a vegan burger recipe that needs no frying and no oven? This one relies entirely on the power of your all-in-one kitchen machine. The Thermomix TM7 grinds linseeds and blanched almonds into a fine, floury base, then chops carrots, tomatoes, sun dried tomatoes and pitted dates into a sticky, flavour-packed mass bound with olive oil and spiced with herb salt and cumin. The result is a firm patty with a naturally sweet depth from the dates and a savoury umami kick from the sun dried tomatoes. Perfect as a quick weeknight dinner served in lettuce leaves or a bun, or packed into a lunchbox the next day. Because nothing is cooked, the fresh taste of every ingredient stays intact, and the whole preparation takes just minutes of hands-off machine time.
Preparation tips
- For the best texture, drain the sun dried tomatoes well before adding them, otherwise the mixture becomes too wet and the patties will not hold their shape when shaped by hand.
- Shape the mixture with slightly wet hands and press the patties firmly; letting them rest in the fridge firms up the linseeds and almonds so the burgers keep their star form.
- If you do not have herb salt, use fine sea salt plus a pinch of dried thyme or oregano; a squeeze of lemon juice over the finished patties brightens the sweetness of the dates.
Recipe variations
- Nut-free version: replace the blanched almonds with an equal weight of sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds, ground in the TM7 until fine; the patties stay firm and the flavour becomes slightly nuttier and sweeter.
- Festive variation: add a pinch of smoked paprika and a tablespoon of fresh coriander to the mixture, then serve the small patties as bite-sized party snacks with a cumin-yogurt or tahini dipping sauce.
Why this recipe works
Achieving the flawless texture of a restaurant-quality burger often feels like an art form, but the Thermomix TM7 makes it scientific. With its precise chopping and blending capabilities, you ensure every patty is mixed to absolute perfection, avoiding the common pitfalls of dry or crumbly meat. Whether you are finely mincing onions or perfectly combining spices, the TM7 guarantees uniform consistency in every Star Burger. Eliminate the guesswork and enjoy the satisfaction of serving professional-standard results that look as impressive as they taste, all with absolute confidence.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- The built-in scale of the TM7 weighs the linseeds and almonds directly into the bowl, saving you a separate kitchen scale and dirty dishes.
- Grinding the blanched almonds in the Thermomix takes seconds and yields a fine, even flour that binds the raw patties beautifully.
- Within moments the TM7 chops the carrots and dates into uniform pieces, giving every Star Burger a consistent sweet bite without laborious knife work.
- Mixing in the Thermomix blends the olive oil, cumin and herb salt evenly through the tomato mixture, so each patty is seasoned to the core.
- The TM7 grates fresh tomatoes to a pulp-like consistency quickly, creating the moist base that keeps these raw burgers juicy.
Ingredients
- linseeds
- blanched almonds
- tomatoes
- sun-dried tomatoes in oil
- carrots
- pitted dates
- olive oil
- herb salt
- ground cumin