How Much Is 100 Grams of Quinoa in Tablespoons?
100 grams of quinoa equals 9.41 tbsp. Quinoa has a density of 170g per cup. Because grams measure weight and tablespoons measure volume, the result depends on the ingredient's density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 100 grams of quinoa
- 1 cup of quinoa = 170g
- 100g ÷ 170g/cup = 0.59 cups × 16 = 9.41 tablespoons
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Uncooked and cooked grains have completely different weights per cup. These conversions are for uncooked/dry grains unless specified otherwise.
Quinoa at Different Amounts
How quinoa scales across common grams measurements. Your amount (100 grams) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Quinoa
| Grams | US Tablespoons | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 grams | 0.47 tbsp | 0.46 tbsp | 0.35 tbsp |
| 10 grams | 0.94 tbsp | 0.93 tbsp | 0.70 tbsp |
| 25 grams | 2.35 tbsp | 2.32 tbsp | 1.74 tbsp |
| 50 grams | 4.71 tbsp | 4.64 tbsp | 3.48 tbsp |
| 75 grams | 7.06 tbsp | 6.96 tbsp | 5.22 tbsp |
| 100 grams | 9.41 tbsp | 9.28 tbsp | 6.96 tbsp |
| 150 grams | 14.12 tbsp | 13.92 tbsp | 10.44 tbsp |
| 200 grams | 18.82 tbsp | 18.56 tbsp | 13.92 tbsp |
| 250 grams | 23.53 tbsp | 23.20 tbsp | 17.40 tbsp |
| 500 grams | 47.06 tbsp | 46.39 tbsp | 34.79 tbsp |
Understanding the Units
What is a Gram?
Weighing ingredients in grams eliminates the variability of volume measurements. A cup of flour can weigh anywhere from 120g to 160g depending on how it was scooped, but 120g of flour is always 120g of flour.
What is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon is roughly the volume of a large soup spoon. In precise terms, 1 US tablespoon equals 14.787 ml, which is very close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most of the world. Three teaspoons make one tablespoon.