Avocado Kiwi Smoothie and a Jus by Julie Cleanse Giveaway

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Masha and Anya are the plant-based cooking duo behind Golubka Kitchen. They believe that the most nourishing meals come from fresh, whole ingredients prepared with love and intention.

Avocado Kiwi Smoothie and a Jus by Julie Cleanse Giveaway

Boy, do we have a treat for you today. A few weeks ago, the ladies from a Brooklyn-based juice company Jus by Julie reached out to us about their 3 day cleanse and the possibility of a giveaway. We rarely do giveaways and only when we love and believe in a product. This was certainly the case with Jus. What’s unique about these particular drinks is that they consist of blended fruit and vegetables, with fiber intact. You might be thinking smoothies, and the blended juices are smoothie-like, but much smoother and less creamy than your average shake.
We loved the cleanse – it was much more manageable than normal juice cleanses – it feels as if you are drinking whole meals made of the freshest ingredients. There are six juices a day, and they vary in flavor, which eliminates boredom, which is always my problem with cleanses. And you do feel cleansed and rejuvenated at the end.

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Jus creator Julie Maleh is a certified nutritionist and we asked her a few questions:

Hi Julie! In the never ending discussion about what is better for us – juices or smoothies, you’re a big proponent of keeping all the fiber from fruit and vegetables in the glass. What is your take on it?
I strongly believe that keeping all the fiber in the juices is essential because that is what keeps you feeling full and nourished all day long. The fiber also aids in digestion and ridding your body of impurities and toxins. On the other hand, cold pressed juices remove all the fiber and are just comprised of the sugars from the fruits and vegetables, not the fiber.
When reading about the concept behind your juices, I thought they would be much more like smoothies – thick and chunky. After trying them, it turned out that they still very much resemble juice in texture and thickness, which I love. What is the special process you use for making the juice?
We use a unique industrial blender system as opposed to a traditional cold press juicing system in order to retain the fiber and pulp from the produce.
What are your most popular drinks?
Island Coconut, which is made from coconut meat and water, dates, and cinnamon. Chia Berry, made from strawberries, chia seeds, lemon, and pomegranate. And Sweet Spin, made from spinach, kale, pineapple, banana, and mango.
What is your typical day of eating like? How many of your juices do you drink every day?
I start my day with a Morning Glory juice and egg whites, which keeps me full and satisfied until lunch. For lunch, I have a salad with a lean protein such as tuna with a fiber filled carb such as brown rice or quinoa. I like to snack on fruits and veggies in between meals, like apples with almond butter or carrots with hummus. I usually drink half of an Island Coconut juice before dinner. Other half after dinner. For dinner, I have a protein with vegetables and drink the other half of my Island Coconut for dessert. If you really want to feel like you’re indulging, place the Island Coconut in the freezer for an hour or two before and it will taste like creamy, rich ice cream.
Tell us about your cleanse.
JUS by Julie’s cleanse is a good fit for anyone, young or old. Whether someone is juicing in order to detox their body or lose a few extra pounds, it benefits everyone because we don’t give our bodies enough of these nutrients. Our 3 Day cleanse provides easy access to the abundance and variety of nutrients that our bodies crave, plus the fiber needed to satiate us, while flushing out the toxins from our bodies.


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And since it’s finally Spring and we’ve got this wonderful smoothie giveaway going, it’s about time to share a good smoothie recipe of our own. Recently, I’ve been experimenting with making smoothies without bananas, which I have nothing against, but really wanted to explore other possibilities. This Avocado Kiwi smoothie is very mildly sweetened and that’s what I like about it. If you prefer sweeter shakes, add any sweetener of choice like soft dates, frozen banana (eliminate ice in this case), etc. The drink is satisfying, creamy, and packed with nutrients – just look at the list of ingredients.

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To enter the Jus by Julie 3 day cleanse giveaway, leave a comment here by Monday, April 21st. Update: giveaway is closed, winner –  Jasmine Rivera.
And if you aren’t the one lucky winner, the ladies at Jus came up with a 20% off promo code for all Golubka readers, to be used when buying anything on the Jus website – GLBK20JUS image


Avocado Kiwi Smoothie
1 avocado
2-3 ripe, sweet kiwis
about 4 cups packed leafy greens (hard stems removed if using kale and such)
1-2 tablespoons vanilla pea or other vegetable protein
about 2 cups almond milk or more, to the consistency that you prefer
a few ice cubes

Combine all the ingredients in a high-speed blender and blend until smooth.

About Golubka Kitchen

Welcome to Golubka Kitchen, where plant-based cooking meets seasonal inspiration. We're Masha and Anya, and we believe that the most nourishing meals come from fresh, whole ingredients prepared with love and intention.

Our journey began with a shared passion for cooking that celebrates the natural flavors of fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes. What started as casual conversations about seasonal ingredients has grown into a platform where we share recipes that honor both tradition and innovation in plant-based cuisine.

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Refugio

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yvonne

I would love to try it!!!! Yum! Love all your recipes :)

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sarah

want to try!!

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Tara

Cool! I am really planning to try a juice cleanse in my upcoming future and would love to try this Jus cleanse!

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Nisha

Fresh juices sound like a great way to kick off spring!

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Tamara Ackley

I bet that drink is tart. Sour. Kiwis do that to my tounge. I would still try it out!

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Olivia

woo! awesome recipe awesome give away :) love your blog wish me luck!

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TC

the cleanse looks great!

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KT

Avocado in my smoothies, such a lovely start to the day! And such pretty juices, I would so love this cleanse x

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Sam M.

This smoothie looks terrific! I’ve been looking for good banana-replacement ideas for smoothies.

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serena

yum! to both the recipe and to jus!

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alison

sign me up!

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liz l

Very interesting, love to try

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Kenzie

These juice recipes are amazing and inspiring, thank you so much for sharing :)

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Melissa Douglass

I would love to try this! Thanks for the chance!

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Taryn T.

Thanks for offering this great prize! I am a teacher, and with testing lately, I have not eaten well, and have been stressed. I would love this cleanse to kick start my health!

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Linda

I really want to win this juice cleanse. I did one about a year ago and loved it and would really like to do another one.

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Sheryl

What a fantastic way to start the season!! Would love to win.

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Lili

I would absolutely love to win this cleanse. I’ve been wanting to try a juice cleanse, and this would be such a great way to get motivated!

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DEBBIE

Would love to win! Thanks!

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Susi Brust

A juice cleanse would be perfect for Spring!

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Jenny T

I would absolutely love to win a Jus juice cleanse! I’m also a huge fan of avocados and kiwis so this smoothie looks fantastic.

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Alison H

What a great giveaway! I would love to do this cleanse!!

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Chloe Johnson

I would love to win this cleanse! I’ve never done a juice cleanse before, but I’ve always wanted to :)

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Vera K

I would love to win this – I am a huge fan of cleansing.

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Yurika

This looks delicious! I’m glad I found your website!

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Mallory

I’m testing a variety of smoothies for easy breakfasts, and Jus’s descriptions are giving me some great ideas!

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Carolyn Scott

I’ve never done a cleanse, because, like you, I love eating a variety of foods, and even the best foods aren’t great the third time around (in a row). This approach to a cleanse actually sounds fun and one I’d finish successfully!

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Julia

What a lovely giveaway!

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Alan

sign me up!!

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Barbara

this juice cleanse sounds fantastic!

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Jen

I want that juice!

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Giorgia

Fantastic!!

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Sarah

Oh man! My husband would love these! He wakes up early every morning to make each of us a green smoothie – Definitely going to give him this recipe.

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Lucia

I’d be overjoyed to win! (also newly obsessed with your blog — it’s wonderful!)

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SOPHIA

The joy of juice!

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Chesca

This smoothie looks tasty and nutritious! I hope I also win some Jus!

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Sara

Hello. Your photos and recipes are beyond beautiful. Thank you for sharing :)

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Kirstie

I would LOVE to give this a shot! I’ve always been leery of the ‘cleanse’ concept, but these look so delicious and healthy I’d love to taste them. And if it helped shed the winter sweater …. all the better!

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Vanessa

I would like to win the cleanse!

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Nicolina Cooke

This looks great!

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Megan

I’ve never really thought about trying a cleanse, but these sound great!

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Madeline Jacks

Oh my gracious goodness this cleanse would be a life changer! So hoping to win!

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emaliah82

What an absolutely LOVELY giveaway!!! I am always being asked by family and friends for new juice and smoothie recipes. Would be great to try JUS so I can recommend them from personal experience!!! :)

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Wade

I would love to win! God bless!

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Mariam

They look yummy!

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Eric

Awesome, would like to win!

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Linda

I have never done a cleanse before. Count me in please!

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Doris

I would love to try the cleanse!

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nina

I would love to participate!! these juices seems delicious! but beeing in france i’m not sure that i can…? in all cases thank you for sharing and good luck to every one!

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Erin

What a fun giveaway! I would be super excited to win this! Xx

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Christina D.

I’ve been juicing for about 2 years now but have never done a cleanse, and would love to try it! These sound wonderful – thank you for the opportunity to try them!!

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Becca Entenberg

Sounds delicious!

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Bertha

love to win and give it a try

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Michelle Wong

The Island Coconut drink sounds delicious, would love to try this cleanse!

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Jordan

This is an awesome giveaway, thanks for the opportunity to try the cleanse!

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Darcy

Would love, love, love to win the cleanse. Thank you!

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Shalonda

Looking for a cleanse and tasteful smoothies. Looks like I have found some I may like.

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Elizabeth

Oh how I would love to win this cleanse! I’ve been searching different cleanses and this one was actually on my list!

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linda

Going to be making this smoothly tomorrow, it sounds great. Winning the give away would be an added bonus.

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Ellen

This smoothie looks delicious!

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Chelsea The Naked Fig

I love kiwi in my smoothies. And with avocado! Mmm. Thanks for doing another giveaway and for the discount code! I love everything you do! C

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Alena

Have been looking for a great new juice place in NY! This is perfect, would love to try the 3 day cleanse!!

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Jessica G.

The names are all so appetizing !

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Lisa

Please include me as well. Thanks! very best!

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Lisa

Please add me to the list for the Jus giveaway! Thanks! Very best!

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amy

I love a good juice cleanse! Count me in for the giveaway!

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Jacki

I’d love to do a 3 day juice cleanse by Julie! It would be a great way to start the summer.

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Jana

I love the recipe for the smoothie, too bad avocado is really expensive here. Thank you anyway :)

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meredith

This smoothie recipe looks awesome! Thanks for hosting an awesome cleanse giveaway

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Sharon

I am thinking of doing a 3 day cleanse as I have had several problems this winter and early spring. I would love to win this as it sounds like the ideal cleanse for me.

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katy

I would love to win :) these sound yummy

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Shaun

These sound lovely and cleansing, and in such a nice array of colors!

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Jennifer

This looks like a great recipe, thank you — I have been hearing great things about Jus by Julie!

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Diane

Great time a year for a cleanse! Thank you Golubka for the recipe and Jus for the chance to win. Blessings and good luck to all!

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Micaela

I would love to try the Jus by Julie cleanse! I’ve tried a cold-pressed juice cleanse before and would love to see the benefits of keeping fiber in the juices. Thanks so much for the opportunity!

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Christina

What a great giveaway! Would absolutely love to try out the cleanse. Thanks a ton! Christina

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Angie

This sounds great. I usually drink cold-pressed juices, so I am interested!

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Polina Skladneva

Want to entire a giveaway! love coconut too much not to try this

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June wade

This sounds so delicious!

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Megan

What a great giveaway! Those juices look delicious

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Mackenzie Dunn

I would love to win this cleanse :)

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Michele

I’ve been enjoying juicing and very simple blended fruit smoothies. This cleanse sounds fun and helpful!

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Beth

I’ve heard a lot about Jus by Julie! I’d love to try a 3 day cleanse.

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Jayme Moehle

The juices sound delicious!

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Ali

I’d love to try the Jus cleanse!

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Libby

I have been reading a lot about juicing, lately, but I just can’t get behind the idea of taking out all of that fiber! Therefore, I’m so pumped to learn about this company! And they all sound just delicious. I’d love to win.

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Clara

I would love to love the cleanse!!!! your blog, lovely as always! xx

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Amy Poland

I would love to try a 3 day juice cleanse by Jus!

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Cassie

I would love to win this, maybe lose a little bit of the winter weight from this never ending winter!

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anna

great photos!!! my favorite is a coconut smoothie as well. would love to win the three day cleanse:)!

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grace

I’ve been meaning to do a juice cleanse!

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Katrina Lane

What a great looking smoothie, I’ll have to give it a try! A 3 day cleanse would be great too!

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Jasmine

I would love to win this cleanse to use before my wedding!

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Allyson Reddy

I’ve been wanting to do a cleanse for a while, but have always been nervous about not feeling full enough to complete it. This sounds like the perfect compromise! I’d love to be lucky enough to win!

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Jen

These look so fresh and vibrant! Cant wait to try them

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Thandie

I would love to try these juices and win this contest!

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Danielle

I have wanted to try a juice cleanse for a while and these juices look really good. I’d love to win!

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Calli

I’ve been wanting to try a juice cleanse! great photos.

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Liliana

Wow, what a great giveaway! I would love to try these juices!

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Hannah

I’d be willing to give it a shot, especially since they have fiber.

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Cristina S

Nice contest.

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caitlin fitzpatrick

Ive been wanting to try this!!!

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Kat

I could use a 3-day cleanse :)

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Sara Brown

I would love to win the Jus by Julie 3 day cleanse giveaway!!