How Much Is 7.09 Tablespoons of Lentils in Ounces?
7.09 tablespoons of lentils equals 3.00 oz. Lentils has a density of 192g per cup (12g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 7.09 tablespoons of honey would be 5.31 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 7.09 tablespoons of lentils
- 1 tablespoon of lentils = 12g
- 7.09 × 12 = 85.08g
- Convert grams to ounces: 85.08 ÷ 28.3495 = 3.00 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
These conversions are for dry, uncooked lentils. Cooked legumes absorb water and have a completely different weight per cup.
Lentils at Different Amounts
How lentils scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (7.09 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 7.09 tablespoons of lentils (85.08g) is close in weight to a deck of playing cards (94g).
Other Amounts of Lentils
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.42 oz | 0.43 oz | 0.57 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.85 oz | 0.86 oz | 1.15 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.27 oz | 1.29 oz | 1.72 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.69 oz | 1.72 oz | 2.29 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.12 oz | 2.15 oz | 2.86 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 2.54 oz | 2.58 oz | 3.44 oz |
| 7.09 tablespoons | 3.00 oz | 3.04 oz | 4.06 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 3.39 oz | 3.44 oz | 4.58 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 4.23 oz | 4.29 oz | 5.73 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 5.08 oz | 5.15 oz | 6.87 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 6.77 oz | 6.87 oz | 9.16 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?
Weight ounces and fluid ounces are different measurements. A fluid ounce measures volume (29.574 ml), while an ounce measures weight (28.35g). They only align for water, where 1 fl oz weighs approximately 1 oz.