How Much Is 3 Tablespoons of Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal) in Grams?
Converting 3 tablespoons of kosher salt (diamond crystal) to grams gives 27.00 g. One tablespoon of kosher salt (diamond crystal) weighs 9g, so 3 tablespoons is 3 × 9 = 27g. This conversion is specific to kosher salt (diamond crystal) because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 3 tablespoons of kosher salt (diamond crystal)
- 1 tablespoon of kosher salt (diamond crystal) = 9g
- 3 × 9 = 27g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
If substituting one salt type for another, convert by weight (grams) rather than volume to keep the salinity correct.
Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal) at Different Amounts
How kosher salt (diamond crystal) scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (3 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 3 tablespoons of kosher salt (diamond crystal) (27g) is close in weight to a slice of cheese (28g).
Other Amounts of Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal)
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 9.00 g | 9.13 g | 12.17 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 18.00 g | 18.26 g | 24.35 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 27.00 g | 27.39 g | 36.52 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 36.00 g | 36.52 g | 48.69 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 45.00 g | 45.65 g | 60.86 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 54.00 g | 54.78 g | 73.04 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 72.00 g | 73.04 g | 97.38 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 90.00 g | 91.30 g | 121.73 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 108.00 g | 109.56 g | 146.07 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 144.00 g | 146.07 g | 194.77 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon (tbsp) is a US customary unit of volume equal to 14.787 milliliters, 3 teaspoons, or 1/16 of a cup. It is commonly used for measuring smaller amounts of ingredients.
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.