How Much Is 5 Tablespoons of Table Salt in Ounces?
Converting 5 tablespoons of table salt to ounces gives 3.17 oz. One tablespoon of table salt weighs 18g, so 5 tablespoons is 5 × 18 = 90g (3.17 oz). This conversion is specific to table salt because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5 tablespoons of table salt
- 1 tablespoon of table salt = 18g
- 5 × 18 = 90g
- Convert grams to ounces: 90 ÷ 28.3495 = 3.17 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Table salt is the densest common salt at 288g per cup. It is significantly heavier per measuring spoon than kosher salt because the fine crystals pack tightly.
Table Salt at Different Amounts
How table salt scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (5 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 5 tablespoons of table salt (90g) is close in weight to a deck of playing cards (94g).
Other Amounts of Table Salt
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.63 oz | 0.64 oz | 0.86 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 1.27 oz | 1.29 oz | 1.72 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.90 oz | 1.93 oz | 2.58 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 2.54 oz | 2.58 oz | 3.44 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 3.17 oz | 3.22 oz | 4.29 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 3.81 oz | 3.86 oz | 5.15 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 5.08 oz | 5.15 oz | 6.87 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 6.35 oz | 6.44 oz | 8.59 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 7.62 oz | 7.73 oz | 10.31 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 10.16 oz | 10.31 oz | 13.74 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
One tablespoon holds about 15 milliliters. There are 16 tablespoons in a cup and 3 teaspoons in a tablespoon. In baking, tablespoon measurements are used for butter, oil, honey, and other ingredients where a full cup would be too much.
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.