How Much Is 2.72 Tablespoons of Kosher Salt (Morton) in Grams?
2.72 tablespoons of kosher salt (morton) equals 40.97 g. Kosher salt (morton) has a density of 241g per cup (15.06g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 2.72 tablespoons of honey would be 57.8 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2.72 tablespoons of kosher salt (morton)
- 1 tablespoon of kosher salt (morton) = 15.06g
- 2.72 × 15.06 = 40.97g
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 (Morton) at Different Amounts
How kosher salt (morton) scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (2.72 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 2.72 tablespoons of kosher salt (morton) (40.97g) is close in weight to a golf ball (46g).
Other Amounts of Kosher Salt (Morton)
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 15.06 g | 15.28 g | 20.37 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 30.13 g | 30.56 g | 40.75 g |
| 2.72 tablespoons | 40.97 g | 41.56 g | 55.41 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 45.19 g | 45.84 g | 61.12 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 60.25 g | 61.12 g | 81.49 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 75.31 g | 76.40 g | 101.86 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 90.38 g | 91.68 g | 122.24 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 120.50 g | 122.24 g | 162.98 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 150.63 g | 152.79 g | 203.73 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 180.75 g | 183.35 g | 244.47 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 241.00 g | 244.47 g | 325.96 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
Tablespoon sizes differ by country. A US tablespoon is 14.787 ml, close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most countries. An Australian tablespoon is 20 ml, about 35% larger than US. An imperial tablespoon is 17.758 ml. If your recipe comes from Australia, the larger tablespoon size can make a real difference.
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.