Lemongrass-Rooibos Poached Chicken Salad

I got asked to take part in the #PowerOfYou Fairtrade Fortnight campaign aimed at inspiring people to think twice about where and how their food products are sourced. They want to inspire people to support Fairtrade products, which I think is both important and awesome. They sent me a box filled with Fairtrade goodies, amongst which were 3 starred items, which they asked me to use in a recipe. My ingredients were: lemongrass rooibos tea, rainbow peppercorns and a spicy Chakalaka relish - so without further ado - here it is:

Chicken and pomelo salad

My first experience of this wicked combination was at a beautiful restaurant in Beijing called Transit, if you're ever there, this is a MUST. Exquisite interiors, decor so detailed and chic that it will make you're head spin, the BEST cocktails you will ever experience and food that will blow your mind.

Their chicken and pomelo salad was more delicate than my version, but the flavour combinations are similar. It's different, and the pomelo (similar to a grapefruit) is not for everyone, but I think it's bitter-sweetness sets off the creamy avocado and succulent chicken beautifully, finished off with a creamy dressing and crunchy nuts it's refreshing and bold.