How Much Is 1 Tablespoon of Tomato Paste in Grams?
1 tablespoon of tomato paste weighs 16.38 g. This is based on tomato paste having a density of 262g 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 1 tablespoon.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon of tomato paste = 16.38g
- 1 × 16.38 = 16.38g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Mental Math Shortcut
For 1 tablespoon of tomato paste, just remember: 16.38g. Double it for 2 tablespoons (32.75g), halve it for a half tablespoon (8.19g).
Measuring Tip
Ripeness affects density. Riper fruit mashes more smoothly and packs more densely per cup than firmer fruit. Weigh for the most consistent results.
Tomato Paste at Different Amounts
How tomato paste scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1 tablespoon) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Tomato Paste
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 16.38 g | 16.61 g | 22.15 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 32.75 g | 33.22 g | 44.30 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 49.13 g | 49.83 g | 66.44 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 65.50 g | 66.44 g | 88.59 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 81.88 g | 83.05 g | 110.74 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 98.25 g | 99.67 g | 132.89 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 131.00 g | 132.89 g | 177.18 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 163.75 g | 166.11 g | 221.48 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 196.50 g | 199.33 g | 265.77 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 262.00 g | 265.77 g | 354.37 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.