There are some fruits that instantly bring summer to mind. Sweet, fragrant, and naturally vibrant, mango has the ability to add an exotic touch even to the simplest dishes. That is exactly how my Bruschetta with Spicy Mango and Prosciutto di Parma came to life.

For this new recipe in my Not Your Usual Bruschetta series, I decided to pair mango with two specialties from my home region of Emilia-Romagna: Parma Ham and squacquerone cheese. The contrast between the freshness of the fruit, the creaminess of the cheese, and the savoury notes of the ham creates a particularly enjoyable balance, made even more intriguing by the aromatic touch of fresh mint and pink peppercorns.

This is a summer bruschetta that comes together in just a few minutes and is perfect whenever you want to bring something original to the table without giving up simplicity.

Bruschetta with spicy mango and Prosciutto di Parma

33 g carbohydrates for 1 bruschetta

Ingredients for 2 bruschettas

• 2 slices of bread** (50 g each)
• 80 g mango flesh
• 80 g Squacquerone cheese (creamy cheese)
• 60 g Prosciutto di Parma
• mint
• pink pepper

**Ingredients specific for celiacs

*Ingredients whose labels must read “gluten-free” (or, in Italy, present on  Prontuario AIC)

Method

1. Cut the mango flesh into approximately 2 cm cubes and season it with finely chopped mint and crushed pink peppercorns. Leave it to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
2. Toast the bread slices until golden and crisp. Spread a layer of Squacquerone cheese over the toast, top with the seasoned mango, and finish with pieces of Prosciutto di Parma, torn or cut into bite-sized pieces for easier eating.

Nutrition Note

Mango is naturally rich in vitamin C and carotenoids, antioxidant compounds responsible for its vibrant colour. Prosciutto di Parma provides high-quality protein, while Squacquerone cheese adds creaminess and a delicate flavour without making the dish feel heavy. Fresh mint and pink peppercorns complete the recipe with a fragrant aromatic note, creating a bruschetta that beautifully balances sweetness, savouriness, and freshness.