bowl of lemon kale hummus with herbs on top sitting on a plate next to a basket
Updated: October 27, 2026
By Lynn Matava , and Sarah Truitt

Lemon Kale Hummus Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 can chickpeas
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
  • ½ cup loosely packed kale leaves or arugula
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • ⅛ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ lemon juiced + zest of lemon if using fresh
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. In food processer or blender, combine the chickpeas, yogurt (or cottage cheese), greens, and garlic.
  2. On low speed, pour in olive oil as needed to reach a smooth consistency.
  3. Add lemon juice, zest, salt & pepper and give one quick whirl to combine. Serve with fresh vegetables, pita, crackers, or use on a sandwich as a spread.

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