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How Much Is 0.87 Tablespoons of Black Beans in Ounces?

0.87 tablespoons of black beans equals 0.35 oz. Black beans has a density of 184g per cup (11.5g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 0.87 tablespoons of honey would be 0.65 oz.

0.87 tablespoons of black beans
=
0.35oz
Result using all tablespoon standards info
0.35 oz (US) 0.36 oz (Metric Tablespoon) 0.48 oz (Australian Tablespoon)
Try: 1 tablespoon = 0.41 oz 2 tablespoons = 0.81 oz 3 tablespoons = 1.22 oz 4 tablespoons = 1.62 oz
Compare: 0.87 tablespoons chickpeas = 0.38 oz 0.87 tablespoons lentils = 0.37 oz 0.87 tablespoons active dry yeast = 0.28 oz
Convert a different ingredient
0.87 tablespoons of black beans is also
10.01 g (grams)
0.35

Formula and Step-by-Step

tablespoons × 11.5g/tbsp ÷ 28.3495g/oz = ounces
  1. Start with 0.87 tablespoons of black beans
  2. 1 tablespoon of black beans = 11.5g
  3. 0.87 × 11.5 = 10.01g
  4. Convert grams to ounces: 10.01 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.35 oz

The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.

Measuring Tip

Black beans are dense at 184g per cup. Pour them into the measuring spoon and level off without shaking, which settles the beans and increases the weight.

Black Beans at Different Amounts

How black beans scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (0.87 tablespoons) is highlighted.

0.87 tbsp0.35 oz1 tbsp0.41 oz2 tbsp0.81 oz3 tbsp1.22 oz4 tbsp1.62 oz5 tbsp2.03 oz6 tbsp2.43 oz8 tbsp3.25 oz

For reference, 0.87 tablespoons of black beans (10.01g) is close in weight to a AAA battery (11.5g).

Other Amounts of Black Beans

Tablespoons US Ounces Metric Tablespoon Australian Tablespoon
0.87 tablespoons 0.35 oz 0.36 oz 0.48 oz
1 tablespoon 0.41 oz 0.41 oz 0.55 oz
2 tablespoons 0.81 oz 0.82 oz 1.10 oz
3 tablespoons 1.22 oz 1.23 oz 1.65 oz
4 tablespoons 1.62 oz 1.65 oz 2.19 oz
5 tablespoons 2.03 oz 2.06 oz 2.74 oz
6 tablespoons 2.43 oz 2.47 oz 3.29 oz
8 tablespoons 3.25 oz 3.29 oz 4.39 oz
10 tablespoons 4.06 oz 4.11 oz 5.49 oz
12 tablespoons 4.87 oz 4.94 oz 6.58 oz
16 tablespoons 6.49 oz 6.58 oz 8.78 oz

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 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 0.35 oz, based on black beans having a density of 184g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
Multiply the number of tablespoons by 11.5 (grams per tablespoon for black beans), then divide by 28.3495 to convert grams to ounces. For 0.87 tablespoons: 0.87 × 11.5 = 10.01g, then 10.01 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.35 oz.
For the most accurate results, weigh black beans on a kitchen scale. If measuring by volume, spoon the ingredient into the measuring spoon and level it off with a straight edge rather than scooping directly.
Weight-per-cup values vary because of differences in how the ingredient is measured (spooned vs scooped), grind size, moisture content, and settling during storage. Our values use standardized measurement methods from established culinary references.
Reverse the conversion: 0.35 oz × 28.3495 = 10.01g, then 10.01g ÷ 11.5 = 0.87 tablespoons. Or use the Ounces to Tablespoons converter.
person Written by Sean Day verified Reviewed by CookingConvert update Last updated Apr 3, 2026