Recipe Directions
- 1. Add all dry ingredients (except hemp hearts and chopped veggies) to your food processor. Process until well mixed and almost flour-like. Transfer into a large bowl.
- 2. Add remaining ingredients (hemp hearts and chopped veggies) to mixture in large bowl. Stir with a spoon until thoroughly combined.
- 3. Add water and lemon juice. Stiragain.
- 4. Line dehydrator trays with parchment paper.
- 5. Form patties with your hands, similar to burger patties—approximately ½ to ¾ of an inch thick. Place on trays. Patties should fill approx. onetray. Patties should not touch one another.
- 6. Dehydrate on high for 1.5 hours. Reduce heat and dehydrate for another 5 hours. Once burger patties are holding together and firming up nicely, remove parchment paper and continue dehydrating until they reach desired veggie burger consistency.
The Rawtarian's Thoughts
By The Rawtarian Wondering how can you have a raw veggie burger without meat or bread, etc? Just get raw-creative!
First, the patty. Raw veggie burger patties are usually made from a savory concoction of vegetables and a binding agent (like flax seed, for example). The mixture is molded into patties and dehydrated in a dehydrator, which results in a delicious, hearty patty. When preparing your patties, be mentally prepared that they will be a lot smaller after dehydration as much of the moisture is removed during the dehydration process.
The bun? You can either make a bread or cracker by dehydrating them, or do what I do. Wrap the patty in a crisp leaf or romaine lettuce and you're good to go. :)
The condiments? Try this nut-based raw mayonnaise recipe or raw ketchup!
Although this specific recipe has a lot of ingredients, it's actually quick to prepare since it's pretty much "throw and go." I love the flavor of this recipe. I really don't like the raw carrot/almond veggie burger recipe that seems to be everywhere nowadays. In contrast, this recipe is nice and moist. It doesn't taste like "meat" but it is a very nice, fresh, flavorful veggie burger patty. Give it a try - it's easier than it looks.
If you don't have a dehydrator, you can cook these in an oven at above-raw temperatures. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Cook at 350 for 15 minutes. Flip and cook for another 20 minutes. Let cool.
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Nutrition Facts
- This recipe is very low in Calories, and Carbohydrates.
- This recipe is low in Sodium.
- This recipe is a good source of Protein.
- This recipe is a noteworthy source of Dietary Fiber, and Iron.
Amounts per 45 g (2 oz) suggested serving
| Name | Amount | % Daily |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 186 | 8 % |
| Protein | 7 g | 13 % |
| Fat | 16 g | 20 % |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g | 2 % |
| Dietary Fiber | 4 g | 11 % |
| Sugars | 0.69 g | |
| Iron | 2 mg | 15 % |
| Sodium | 301 mg | 13 % |
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Comments and Reviews
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annie
Apr 22, 2014
I watched the pod cast, and am very excited to try out these burgers but I am hoping you have a suggestion for me as it's 4 p.m.now, add 1.5 hrs on high, then another 5 hours until they are done?!! Is it possible to stop after a few hours and refrigerate, and then put them back in the dehydrater tomorrow for a few more hours to finish making them??
The Rawtarian
Apr 23, 2014
Yes - you can definitely do exactly as you mentioned. You do want to refrigerate in between though, as you mentioned :)
Vicki
Apr 06, 2015
Vicki's Review
Raw veggie burger recipe
Wow, I'm getting all my questions answered just on this one recipe. Thanks so much. I am learning a ton from you! Just starting out so I'm clueless!!
The Rawtarian
Apr 07, 2015
I'm glad, Vicky! It's all a learning curve, but a fun one!
Penny Stewart
May 29, 2014
Penny Stewart's Review
Raw veggie burger recipe
Can I freeze the leftovers to use for later? I live alone and always have way too much food when I follow any of the recipes. How long do they last in the frig?
The Rawtarian
Jun 08, 2014
Hi Penny! cute pic!
5 days in fridge. Yep, they freeze great! Just defrost in fridge when you want to eat. And even better, then dehydrate again for an hour or so immediately before eating
Vicki
Apr 06, 2015
Vicki's Review
Raw veggie burger recipe
Thanks! Very useful information!
The Rawtarian
Apr 07, 2015
You are very welcome!
Christent2/ShelbyCat
Mar 15, 2014
Hi Laura-Jane, I'm having a hard time finding hemp hearts. Is it ok to substitute something else like flax or chia seeds in their place? I really want to make these. Thank you ❤️
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Colonic Girl
May 16, 2014
Colonic Girl's Review
Raw veggie burger recipe
I made the first batch exactly as described (only added soaked chia seeds) and they were great; there just wasn't enough....yummy! The second batch I had run out of sunflower seeds so I used pecans and almonds. In researching hemp burgers, I found a recipe that called for chia seeds soaked in water. This site stated that the gelatinous state soaking them beings will help them bind together; it worked perfectly. Also, I added chopped mushrooms, a heaping teaspoon of chutney, ancho chile pepper and chipotle chile pepper for a little kick. For my taste, it was even better.
The Rawtarian
May 20, 2014
Interesting comments, thank you! Looks like you made a mean burger! :)
Colonic Girl
May 16, 2014
Colonic Girl's Review
Raw veggie burger recipe
Almost forgot...hemp seeds are easily found on Amazon.
I also added grated carrot to the mix. Not having a dehydrator, I baked mine in the oven and I intend to re-heat on the grill for an added flavor.
The Rawtarian
May 20, 2014
Thanks for the tip. You can find a lot of things on Amazon!
The Rawtarian
Mar 24, 2014
Hi ShelbyCat,
Unfortunately not for this recipe - the hempseed hearts really make it! It won't turn out at all the same without them
Patricia Reynolds
Oct 20, 2016
Alright, thanks for responding so quickly!
The Rawtarian
Nov 03, 2016
No problem Patricia :)
Kiki Raw&Yoga
Jan 03, 2014
My husband said 8/10, my daughter 10/10 and me 10/10. Quite a good result...Congrats!
The Rawtarian
Jan 03, 2014
Looks delicious Nancy! You deserve all the credit on this one :) And 8/10 from your husband is pretty good, nice work!
JD
Dec 12, 2013
Could you please tell the exact dehydration temperatures? Thanks
The Rawtarian
Dec 18, 2013
Hi JD,
I do high (about 140) for the first hour-ish, then reduce down to 110 for the remainder of the time
Gayle
Nov 22, 2013
I tried these today and they taste great - better than so many other so called raw vegi burgers I have made that taste pretty bad.... thanks for the great recipe
The Rawtarian
Nov 23, 2013
So glad you enjoyed them, Gayle :)
Lynn
Oct 12, 2013
Raw burgers do not say exact temperature cooking. Is low 105? What is high?
The Rawtarian
Oct 12, 2013
Hi Lynn, low - 105, high = 140F :)
Mavypoo
Aug 02, 2013
Is there a substitute for hemp seed? It's one of those highly illegal foods the United Arab Emirates will throw you in jail for (21 years).
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