Maple Glazed Oat Salad with Chickpeas and Feta

1Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

2In a bowl, combine oats (1 cup), maple syrup (2 tbsp), and ginger (1 tsp). Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until the oats (1 cup) are golden and crunchy. Remove and let it cool.

3In a large salad bowl, mix spinach (2 cups), chickpeas (1 can), feta cheese (½ cup), pomegranate seeds (¼ cup), basil leaves, and roasted oats (1 cup).

4In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce (1 tbsp), a dash of maple syrup (2 tbsp), and a pinch of salt and pepper. Drizzle this dressing over the salad and toss to combine well.

5Toast the hazelnuts (¼ cup) in a pan until lightly browned, then chop them coarsely.

6Sprinkle the toasted hazelnuts (¼ cup) over the salad just before serving.

7Enjoy this nutritious and flavorful maple glazed oat salad with chickpeas (1 can) and feta!