How Much Is 5.58 Tablespoons of Onions (Diced) in Ounces?
5.58 tablespoons of onions (diced) equals 1.97 oz. Onions (diced) has a density of 160g per cup (10g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 5.58 tablespoons of honey would be 4.18 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5.58 tablespoons of onions (diced)
- 1 tablespoon of onions (diced) = 10g
- 5.58 × 10 = 55.8g
- Convert grams to ounces: 55.8 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.97 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
The weight of diced produce per cup depends on how finely it is cut. Smaller dice packs more tightly and weighs more per cup than large chunks.
Onions (Diced) at Different Amounts
How onions (diced) scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (5.58 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 5.58 tablespoons of onions (diced) (55.8g) is close in weight to a whole large egg (57g).
Other Amounts of Onions (Diced)
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.35 oz | 0.36 oz | 0.48 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.71 oz | 0.72 oz | 0.95 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.06 oz | 1.07 oz | 1.43 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.41 oz | 1.43 oz | 1.91 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 1.76 oz | 1.79 oz | 2.39 oz |
| 5.58 tablespoons | 1.97 oz | 2.00 oz | 2.66 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 2.12 oz | 2.15 oz | 2.86 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 2.82 oz | 2.86 oz | 3.82 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 3.53 oz | 3.58 oz | 4.77 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 4.23 oz | 4.29 oz | 5.73 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 5.64 oz | 5.73 oz | 7.63 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?
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.