How Much Is 1 Tablespoon of Kosher Salt (Morton) in Ounces?
1 tablespoon of kosher salt (morton) weighs 0.53 oz. This is based on kosher salt (morton) having a density of 241g per cup. Because tablespoons measure volume and ounces 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 kosher salt (morton)
- 1 tablespoon of kosher salt (morton) = 15.06g
- 1 × 15.06 = 15.06g
- Convert grams to ounces: 15.06 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.53 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Kosher salt (morton) weighs 241g per cup. Different kosher salt brands have dramatically different densities - Morton is nearly twice as heavy per volume as Diamond Crystal.
Kosher Salt (Morton) at Different Amounts
How kosher salt (morton) scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1 tablespoon) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Kosher Salt (Morton)
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.53 oz | 0.54 oz | 0.72 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 1.06 oz | 1.08 oz | 1.44 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.59 oz | 1.62 oz | 2.16 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 2.13 oz | 2.16 oz | 2.87 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.66 oz | 2.69 oz | 3.59 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 3.19 oz | 3.23 oz | 4.31 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 4.25 oz | 4.31 oz | 5.75 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 5.31 oz | 5.39 oz | 7.19 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 6.38 oz | 6.47 oz | 8.62 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 8.50 oz | 8.62 oz | 11.50 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon is roughly the volume of a large soup spoon. In precise terms, 1 US tablespoon equals 14.787 ml, which is very close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most of the world. Three teaspoons make one tablespoon.
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.