How Much Is 2.98 Cups of Onions (Diced) in Ounces?
2.98 cups of onions (diced) equals 16.82 oz. Onions (diced) has a density of 160g per cup (160g per cup), which means it's moderate weight compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 2.98 cups of all-purpose flour would be 13.16 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2.98 cups of onions (diced)
- 1 cup of onions (diced) = 160g
- 2.98 × 160 = 476.8g
- Convert grams to ounces: 476.8 ÷ 28.3495 = 16.82 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Raw and cooked produce have very different weights per cup. Cooked vegetables shrink and become denser. These conversions are for raw produce.
Onions (Diced) at Different Amounts
How onions (diced) scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (2.98 cups) is highlighted.
For reference, 2.98 cups of onions (diced) (476.8g) is close in weight to a loaf of bread (450g).
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 |
| 2.98 cups | 16.82 oz | 17.77 oz | 20.20 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?
Weight ounces and fluid ounces are different measurements. A fluid ounce measures volume (29.574 ml), while an ounce measures weight (28.35g). They only align for water, where 1 fl oz weighs approximately 1 oz.