How Much Is 1 Cup of Tomato Paste in Ounces?
1 cup of tomato paste equals 9.24 oz. Tomato paste has a density of 262g per cup (262g per cup), which means it's relatively heavy compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 1 cup of all-purpose flour would be 4.41 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 cup of tomato paste
- 1 cup of tomato paste = 262g
- 1 × 262 = 262g
- Convert grams to ounces: 262 ÷ 28.3495 = 9.24 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Tomato paste is commonly used as a fat or egg substitute in baking. When substituting, convert by weight for accuracy.
Tomato Paste at Different Amounts
How tomato paste scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (1 cup) is highlighted.
For reference, 1 cup of tomato paste (262g) is close in weight to a cup of water (237g).
Other Amounts of Tomato Paste
| Cups | US Ounces | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 2.31 oz | 2.44 oz | 2.77 oz |
| 0.33 cups | 3.05 oz | 3.22 oz | 3.66 oz |
| 0.5 cups | 4.62 oz | 4.88 oz | 5.55 oz |
| 0.75 cups | 6.93 oz | 7.32 oz | 8.32 oz |
| 1 cup | 9.24 oz | 9.77 oz | 11.10 oz |
| 1.5 cups | 13.86 oz | 14.65 oz | 16.65 oz |
| 2 cups | 18.48 oz | 19.53 oz | 22.20 oz |
| 3 cups | 27.73 oz | 29.30 oz | 33.30 oz |
| 4 cups | 36.97 oz | 39.06 oz | 44.40 oz |
| 5 cups | 46.21 oz | 48.83 oz | 55.49 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?
Ounces are commonly used in US recipes for cheese, meat, chocolate, and other ingredients sold by weight. Many kitchen scales offer both gram and ounce readings.