How Much Is 5 Ounces of Lentils in Cups?
5 ounces of lentils equals 0.74 cups. That's 141.75g, and Lentils has a density of 192g per cup. Because ounces measure weight and cups measure volume, the result depends on the ingredient's density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5 ounces of lentils
- Convert ounces to grams: 5 × 28.35 = 141.75g
- 1 cup of lentils = 192g
- 141.75g ÷ 192g/cup = 0.74 cups
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
These conversions are for dry, uncooked lentils. Cooked legumes absorb water and have a completely different weight per cup.
Lentils at Different Amounts
How lentils scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (5 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Lentils
| Ounces | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 0.15 cups | 0.14 cups | 0.12 cups |
| 2 ounces | 0.30 cups | 0.28 cups | 0.25 cups |
| 3 ounces | 0.44 cups | 0.42 cups | 0.37 cups |
| 4 ounces | 0.59 cups | 0.56 cups | 0.49 cups |
| 5 ounces | 0.74 cups | 0.70 cups | 0.61 cups |
| 6 ounces | 0.89 cups | 0.84 cups | 0.74 cups |
| 8 ounces | 1.18 cups | 1.12 cups | 0.98 cups |
| 10 ounces | 1.48 cups | 1.40 cups | 1.23 cups |
| 12 ounces | 1.77 cups | 1.68 cups | 1.48 cups |
| 16 ounces | 2.36 cups | 2.24 cups | 1.97 cups |
Understanding the Units
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.
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.