How Much Is 100 Grams of Table Salt in Cups?
100 grams of table salt equals 0.35 cups. Table salt has a density of 288g per cup. A lighter ingredient like flour (125g/cup) would fill more volume at the same weight, which is why ingredient-specific conversions matter.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 100 grams of table salt
- 1 cup of table salt = 288g
- 100g ÷ 288g/cup = 0.35 cups
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
If substituting table salt for kosher salt by volume, use roughly half the amount. For precision, convert by weight (grams) instead.
Table Salt at Different Amounts
How table salt scales across common grams measurements. Your amount (100 grams) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Table Salt
| Grams | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 grams | 0.02 cups | 0.02 cups | 0.01 cups |
| 10 grams | 0.03 cups | 0.03 cups | 0.03 cups |
| 25 grams | 0.09 cups | 0.08 cups | 0.07 cups |
| 50 grams | 0.17 cups | 0.16 cups | 0.14 cups |
| 75 grams | 0.26 cups | 0.25 cups | 0.22 cups |
| 100 grams | 0.35 cups | 0.33 cups | 0.29 cups |
| 150 grams | 0.52 cups | 0.49 cups | 0.43 cups |
| 200 grams | 0.69 cups | 0.66 cups | 0.58 cups |
| 250 grams | 0.87 cups | 0.82 cups | 0.72 cups |
| 500 grams | 1.74 cups | 1.64 cups | 1.45 cups |
Understanding the Units
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.
What is a Cup?
The US cup (236.588 ml) is slightly smaller than the metric cup used in Australia and some other countries (250 ml). When following recipes from different countries, check which cup standard is being used.