How Much Is 5 Tablespoons of Quinoa in Grams?
5 tablespoons of quinoa weighs 53.13 g. This is based on quinoa having a density of 170g per cup. Because tablespoons measure volume and grams measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 5 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5 tablespoons of quinoa
- 1 tablespoon of quinoa = 10.63g
- 5 × 10.63 = 53.13g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Pour grains into the measuring spoon and level off. Do not shake or tap, as this settles the grains and increases the weight.
Quinoa at Different Amounts
How quinoa scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (5 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 5 tablespoons of quinoa (53.13g) is close in weight to a large egg (no shell) (50g).
Other Amounts of Quinoa
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 10.63 g | 10.78 g | 14.37 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 21.25 g | 21.56 g | 28.74 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 31.88 g | 32.33 g | 43.11 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 42.50 g | 43.11 g | 57.48 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 53.13 g | 53.89 g | 71.85 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 63.75 g | 64.67 g | 86.22 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 85.00 g | 86.22 g | 114.97 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 106.25 g | 107.78 g | 143.71 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 127.50 g | 129.34 g | 172.45 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 170.00 g | 172.45 g | 229.93 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?
Grams are the preferred unit in professional kitchens and bakeries because they allow exact recipe scaling. To double a recipe, simply double the gram values. No need to worry about how tightly an ingredient is packed into a cup.