Hopi Hohoysi Tea
Hopi Hohoysi Tea is a traditional herbal beverage made from the roasted seeds of the sunflower plant (Helianthus annuus), which the Hopi people call 'hohoysi'. It is a staple drink in Hopi culture, particularly during ceremonies and as a daily nourishing beverage, prepared by simmering the seeds in water to create a mild, nutty, and slightly earthy infusion.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This tea is naturally very low in calories and macronutrients, as the seeds are not consumed, only steeped. It provides a good source of minerals like magnesium and phosphorus from the seed infusion, with a calorie count typically under 20 calories per cup.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 15 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 2 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Phosphorus | 20 mg |
| Potassium | 90 mg |
| Iron | 0.3 mg |
| Zinc | 0.2 mg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
| Copper | 0.05 mg |
| Selenium | 0.1 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
What makes Hohoysi Tea unique is its preparation from sunflower seeds, a crop central to Hopi agriculture and cosmology, symbolizing the sun. Nutritionally, it offers a caffeine-free, mineral-rich alternative to common herbal teas, with a subtle flavor profile distinct from seed or grain-based drinks.
