Our favorite recipe for summer
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- Are you looking for a summery recipe that is light, sophisticated and can be made in 15 minutes ?
- Mango and buffalo mozzarella form a surprisingly perfect duo – refined with basil oil and mango vinegar.
- Ideal as a starter, aperitif or highlight for guests.
- Here you will find the recipe, tips on choosing ingredients and recommendations on how to vary the dish.
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- Why mango is so good for summer
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A balmy summer evening. The glass is well chilled, the light warm and golden. The table is lightly set – and in the center, a small culinary gem: a tower of ripe mango, creamy buffalo mozzarella, and a hint of basil oil. Sounds like a vacation? But it's made in under 15 minutes – and just the right recipe for anyone who wants to impress guests or treat themselves.
Does mango really go with mozzarella?
You may be wondering, “Can you combine mango with cheese?”
The answer: Absolutely! The sweet, slightly tropical fruitiness of the mango contrasts beautifully with the mildly acidic, soft buffalo mozzarella. Fresh basil, a splash of mango vinegar, and high-quality basil oil create a flavor interplay that instantly puts you in the summer mood—light, sophisticated, and full of freshness.
The recipe: Mango-Mozzarella Towers
Ingredients (for 4 servings)
- 2 ripe mangoes
- 4 balls of buffalo mozzarella
- Approx. 20 fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp basil oil
- 1 tbsp mango vinegar
- Sea salt flakes (e.g. from Epic Spice)
- Optional: freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: crispy baguette or grissini
Here's how it's done:
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Prepare the mango
Peel the mango and cut the flesh into slices about 5 mm thick.
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Cutting mozzarella
Also cut the mozzarella into even slices.
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Stacking towers
Layer mango and mozzarella slices alternately on top of each other. Place a basil leaf between each layer.
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Refine
Arrange the towers on plates, drizzle with basil oil and mango vinegar, and season with sea salt flakes (and optionally pepper).
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Serve & enjoy
As a starter, light lunch, or stylish aperitif. Perfect with baguette or breadsticks.
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Why mango is so perfect for summer
The mango is not only beautiful to look at – it is also a real superfood:
- Rich in vitamins C & A – supports immune system & cell protection
- Contains fiber that can stimulate digestion
- Provides natural antioxidants
- Has little fat, but more flavor
And the best part: It goes well with savory, sweet, and everything in between. No wonder it's known in Asia as the "fruit of the gods."
Olive oil – the underrated finish
You may be wondering: “What’s so special about basil oil?”
Good olive oil with natural flavors—such as basil, rosemary, or chili—adds the finishing touch to dishes like this. It enhances the aroma, rounds out the texture, and brings Mediterranean freshness to the plate.
What you should pay attention to when buying:
- Extra virgin & cold-pressed : This guarantees quality & gentle processing
- Transparent origin : Small manufacturers → great depth of aroma
- Naturally refined : No artificial flavors – but real herbs
At Great Taste, you'll find only hand-picked olive oils with genuine character. This basil oil, for example, comes from France—aromatic, fresh, and no-nonsense.
Enjoyment variations & combination ideas
- Fruit twist: swap mango for peach or nectarine
- Enjoy vegan: Plant-based mozzarella (e.g., cashew)
- Summer platter instead of towers: Arrange everything flat on a platter – perfect for the buffet
- Spicy contrast: With chili oil for a spicy note
These products make the difference:
Basil oil – fruity-green & aromatic
Mango vinegar – sweet and sour & versatile
Sea salt flakes from Epic Spice
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