How Much Is 2.1 Cups of Lentils in Grams?
2.1 cups of lentils equals 403.20 g. Lentils has a density of 192g per cup (192g per cup), which means it's moderate weight compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 2.1 cups of all-purpose flour would be 262.84 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2.1 cups of lentils
- 1 cup of lentils = 192g
- 2.1 × 192 = 403.2g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
These conversions are for dry, uncooked lentils. Cooked legumes absorb water and have a completely different weight per cup.
Lentils at Different Amounts
How lentils scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (2.1 cups) is highlighted.
For reference, 2.1 cups of lentils (403.2g) is close in weight to an American football (410g).
Other Amounts of Lentils
| Cups | US Grams | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 48.00 g | 50.72 g | 57.65 g |
| 0.33 cups | 63.36 g | 66.95 g | 76.09 g |
| 0.5 cups | 96.00 g | 101.44 g | 115.29 g |
| 0.75 cups | 144.00 g | 152.16 g | 172.94 g |
| 1 cup | 192.00 g | 202.88 g | 230.58 g |
| 1.5 cups | 288.00 g | 304.33 g | 345.87 g |
| 2 cups | 384.00 g | 405.77 g | 461.17 g |
| 2.1 cups | 403.20 g | 426.06 g | 484.22 g |
| 3 cups | 576.00 g | 608.65 g | 691.75 g |
| 4 cups | 768.00 g | 811.54 g | 922.33 g |
| 5 cups | 960.00 g | 1,014.42 g | 1,152.91 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Cup?
A cup is a US customary unit of volume equal to 236.588 milliliters or 8 fluid ounces. It is the most common volume measurement in American recipes. One cup can be divided into 16 tablespoons or 48 teaspoons.
What is a Gram?
Grams are the preferred unit in professional kitchens and bakeries because they allow exact recipe scaling. To double a recipe, simply double the gram values. No need to worry about how tightly an ingredient is packed into a cup.