How Much Is 31.5 Tablespoons of Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal) in Ounces?
31.5 tablespoons of kosher salt (diamond crystal) equals 10.00 oz. Kosher salt (diamond crystal) has a density of 144g per cup (9g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 31.5 tablespoons of honey would be 23.61 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 31.5 tablespoons of kosher salt (diamond crystal)
- 1 tablespoon of kosher salt (diamond crystal) = 9g
- 31.5 × 9 = 283.5g
- Convert grams to ounces: 283.5 ÷ 28.3495 = 10.00 oz
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 (31.5 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 31.5 tablespoons of kosher salt (diamond crystal) (283.5g) is close in weight to a can of soup (305g).
Other Amounts of Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal)
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.32 oz | 0.32 oz | 0.43 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.63 oz | 0.64 oz | 0.86 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.95 oz | 0.97 oz | 1.29 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.27 oz | 1.29 oz | 1.72 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 1.59 oz | 1.61 oz | 2.15 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 1.90 oz | 1.93 oz | 2.58 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 2.54 oz | 2.58 oz | 3.44 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 3.17 oz | 3.22 oz | 4.29 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 3.81 oz | 3.86 oz | 5.15 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 5.08 oz | 5.15 oz | 6.87 oz |
| 31.5 tablespoons | 10.00 oz | 10.14 oz | 13.53 oz |
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 an Ounce?
Ounces are commonly used in US recipes for cheese, meat, chocolate, and other ingredients sold by weight. Many kitchen scales offer both gram and ounce readings.