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Smoky Swiss Raclette Burger with Alpine Herb Relish

Name: Smoky Swiss Raclette Burger with Alpine Herb Relish
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef, 80/20 blend; 1 tsp smoked paprika; ½ tsp garlic powder; Salt and pepper to taste; ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped; ¼ cup chives, finely chopped; 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp lemon juice; Salt and pepper to taste; 8 slices Swiss raclette cheese; 2 tbsp mustard (preferably Dijon); 4 brioche buns, halved and lightly toasted; 1 cup arugula; 1 ripe tomato, sliced; Pickled onions

Dive into the magnificent layers of a Swiss Raclette burger, perfectly paired with an aromatic herb relish that brings the authentic taste of the Alps to your plate.

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·By Ethan Brooks·November 8, 2025

Smoky Swiss Raclette Burger with Alpine Herb Relish — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Burger Patties

For the Alpine Herb Relish

For the Swiss Raclette Melt

Optional Toppings

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 661 kcal
Protein: 37.3 g
Carbs: 29.2 g
Fat: 44 g
Fiber: 2.5 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2645 kcal
Protein: 149 g
Carbs: 116.7 g
Fat: 176 g
Fiber: 9.9 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 lb ground beef, 80/20 blend	1152	88	0	88	0
1 tsp smoked paprika	6	0.3	1.2	0.3	0.8
½ tsp garlic powder	5	0.2	1	0	0.3
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
½ cup fresh parsley, chopped	11	1	2	0.2	1
¼ cup chives, finely chopped	4	0.3	1	0	0.3
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves	1	0	0.2	0	0.1
2 tbsp olive oil	239	0	0	27	0
1 tbsp lemon juice	4	0	1	0	0.1
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
8 slices Swiss raclette cheese	560	40	0	44	0
2 tbsp mustard (preferably Dijon)	20	1.2	1.8	1.2	0.8
4 brioche buns, halved and lightly toasted	600	16	100	16	4
1 cup arugula	11	1	1.5	0.3	0.6
1 ripe tomato, sliced	22	1	5	0.2	1.5
Pickled onions	10	0.2	2	0	0.4

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Burger Patties

1
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine ground beef with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2
Shape Patties
Divide into four equal parts and shape into patties.
3
Chill Patties
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Tip: 💡 Pro Tip: Chill your patties before grilling for best texture.

Preparing the Alpine Herb Relish

1
Mix Herbs
In a small bowl, combine parsley, chives, thyme, olive oil, and lemon juice.
2
Season Relish
Season with salt and pepper to taste, mix well.
3
Store
Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
4
Important
Ensure herbs are fresh to maximize flavor in your relish.

How to Make Smoky Swiss Raclette Burger with Alpine Herb Relish

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Grilling Patties
Preheat grill to medium-high and cook patties 4–5 minutes per side or until desired doneness.
2
Melting Cheese
Top each patty with two slices of raclette cheese during the last minute of cooking, covering grill to melt cheese evenly.
3
Toasting Buns
Toast brioche buns on grill for 1 minute, cut-side down for perfect crunch.