How Much Is 2.2 Cups of Onions (Diced) in Ounces?
2.2 cups of onions (diced) weighs 12.42 oz. This is based on onions (diced) having a density of 160g per cup. Because cups measure volume and ounces measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 2.2 cups.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2.2 cups of onions (diced)
- 1 cup of onions (diced) = 160g
- 2.2 × 160 = 352g
- Convert grams to ounces: 352 ÷ 28.3495 = 12.42 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For consistent results, weigh onions (diced) rather than measuring by volume. A cup of diced produce can vary by 20% depending on dice size.
Onions (Diced) at Different Amounts
How onions (diced) scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (2.2 cups) is highlighted.
For reference, 2.2 cups of onions (diced) (352g) is close in weight to a can of soda (355g).
Other Amounts of Onions (Diced)
| Cups | US Ounces | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 1.41 oz | 1.49 oz | 1.69 oz |
| 0.33 cups | 1.86 oz | 1.97 oz | 2.24 oz |
| 0.5 cups | 2.82 oz | 2.98 oz | 3.39 oz |
| 0.75 cups | 4.23 oz | 4.47 oz | 5.08 oz |
| 1 cup | 5.64 oz | 5.96 oz | 6.78 oz |
| 1.5 cups | 8.47 oz | 8.95 oz | 10.17 oz |
| 2 cups | 11.29 oz | 11.93 oz | 13.56 oz |
| 2.2 cups | 12.42 oz | 13.12 oz | 14.91 oz |
| 3 cups | 16.93 oz | 17.89 oz | 20.33 oz |
| 4 cups | 22.58 oz | 23.86 oz | 27.11 oz |
| 5 cups | 28.22 oz | 29.82 oz | 33.89 oz |
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 an Ounce?
An ounce (oz) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 28.3495 grams or 1/16 of a pound. In cooking, "ounces" refers to weight (avoirdupois ounces), not fluid ounces which measure volume.