How Much Is 5 Ounces of Onions (Diced) in Cups?
5 ounces of onions (diced) equals 0.89 cups. That's 141.75g, and Onions (diced) has a density of 160g 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 onions (diced)
- Convert ounces to grams: 5 × 28.35 = 141.75g
- 1 cup of onions (diced) = 160g
- 141.75g ÷ 160g/cup = 0.89 cups
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 ounces measurements. Your amount (5 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Onions (Diced)
| Ounces | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 0.18 cups | 0.17 cups | 0.15 cups |
| 2 ounces | 0.35 cups | 0.34 cups | 0.30 cups |
| 3 ounces | 0.53 cups | 0.50 cups | 0.44 cups |
| 4 ounces | 0.71 cups | 0.67 cups | 0.59 cups |
| 5 ounces | 0.89 cups | 0.84 cups | 0.74 cups |
| 6 ounces | 1.06 cups | 1.01 cup | 0.89 cups |
| 8 ounces | 1.42 cups | 1.34 cups | 1.18 cups |
| 10 ounces | 1.77 cups | 1.68 cups | 1.48 cups |
| 12 ounces | 2.13 cups | 2.01 cups | 1.77 cups |
| 16 ounces | 2.83 cups | 2.68 cups | 2.36 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?
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.