How Much Is 13.34 Tablespoons of Quinoa in Ounces?
13.34 tablespoons of quinoa weighs 5.00 oz. This is based on quinoa having a density of 170g 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 13.34 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 13.34 tablespoons of quinoa
- 1 tablespoon of quinoa = 10.63g
- 13.34 × 10.63 = 141.74g
- Convert grams to ounces: 141.74 ÷ 28.3495 = 5.00 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Pour grains into the measuring spoon and level off. Do not shake or tap, as this settles the grains and increases the weight.
Quinoa at Different Amounts
How quinoa scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (13.34 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 13.34 tablespoons of quinoa (141.74g) is close in weight to a baseball (145g).
Other Amounts of Quinoa
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.37 oz | 0.38 oz | 0.51 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.75 oz | 0.76 oz | 1.01 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.12 oz | 1.14 oz | 1.52 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.50 oz | 1.52 oz | 2.03 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 1.87 oz | 1.90 oz | 2.53 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 2.25 oz | 2.28 oz | 3.04 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 3.00 oz | 3.04 oz | 4.06 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 3.75 oz | 3.80 oz | 5.07 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 4.50 oz | 4.56 oz | 6.08 oz |
| 13.34 tablespoons | 5.00 oz | 5.07 oz | 6.76 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 6.00 oz | 6.08 oz | 8.11 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?
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.