How Much Is 20 Tablespoons of Parmesan (Finely Grated) in Ounces?
20 tablespoons of parmesan (finely grated) equals 3.53 oz. Parmesan (finely grated) has a density of 80g per cup (5g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 20 tablespoons of honey would be 14.99 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 20 tablespoons of parmesan (finely grated)
- 1 tablespoon of parmesan (finely grated) = 5g
- 20 × 5 = 100g
- Convert grams to ounces: 100 ÷ 28.3495 = 3.53 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Shredded, cubed, and grated cheese all have different weights per cup. Finely grated cheese packs more densely than loosely shredded.
Parmesan (Finely Grated) at Different Amounts
How parmesan (finely grated) scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (20 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 20 tablespoons of parmesan (finely grated) (100g) is close in weight to a computer mouse (100g).
Other Amounts of Parmesan (Finely Grated)
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.18 oz | 0.18 oz | 0.24 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.35 oz | 0.36 oz | 0.48 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.53 oz | 0.54 oz | 0.72 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 0.71 oz | 0.72 oz | 0.95 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 0.88 oz | 0.89 oz | 1.19 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 1.06 oz | 1.07 oz | 1.43 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 1.41 oz | 1.43 oz | 1.91 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 1.76 oz | 1.79 oz | 2.39 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 2.12 oz | 2.15 oz | 2.86 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 2.82 oz | 2.86 oz | 3.82 oz |
| 20 tablespoons | 3.53 oz | 3.58 oz | 4.77 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.