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How Much Is 1.73 Tablespoons of Tomato Paste in Ounces?

Converting 1.73 tablespoons of tomato paste to ounces gives 1.00 oz. One tablespoon of tomato paste weighs 16.38g, so 1.73 tablespoons is 1.73 × 16.38 = 28.33g (1.00 oz). This conversion is specific to tomato paste because each ingredient has a different density.

1.73 tablespoons of tomato paste
=
1.00oz
Result using all tablespoon standards info
1.00 oz (US) 1.01 oz (Metric Tablespoon) 1.35 oz (Australian Tablespoon)
1.73 tablespoons of tomato paste is also
1.00

Formula and Step-by-Step

tablespoons × 16.38g/tbsp ÷ 28.3495g/oz = ounces
  1. Start with 1.73 tablespoons of tomato paste
  2. 1 tablespoon of tomato paste = 16.38g
  3. 1.73 × 16.38 = 28.33g
  4. Convert grams to ounces: 28.33 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.00 oz

The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.

Measuring Tip

Ripeness affects density. Riper fruit mashes more smoothly and packs more densely per cup than firmer fruit. Weigh for the most consistent results.

Tomato Paste at Different Amounts

How tomato paste scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1.73 tablespoons) is highlighted.

1 tbsp0.58 oz1.73 tbsp1.00 oz2 tbsp1.16 oz3 tbsp1.73 oz4 tbsp2.31 oz5 tbsp2.89 oz6 tbsp3.47 oz8 tbsp4.62 oz

For reference, 1.73 tablespoons of tomato paste (28.33g) is close in weight to a slice of cheese (28g).

Other Amounts of Tomato Paste

Tablespoons US Ounces Metric Tablespoon Australian Tablespoon
1 tablespoon 0.58 oz 0.59 oz 0.78 oz
1.73 tablespoons 1.00 oz 1.01 oz 1.35 oz
2 tablespoons 1.16 oz 1.17 oz 1.56 oz
3 tablespoons 1.73 oz 1.76 oz 2.34 oz
4 tablespoons 2.31 oz 2.34 oz 3.12 oz
5 tablespoons 2.89 oz 2.93 oz 3.91 oz
6 tablespoons 3.47 oz 3.52 oz 4.69 oz
8 tablespoons 4.62 oz 4.69 oz 6.25 oz
10 tablespoons 5.78 oz 5.86 oz 7.81 oz
12 tablespoons 6.93 oz 7.03 oz 9.37 oz
16 tablespoons 9.24 oz 9.37 oz 12.50 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 1.00 oz, based on tomato paste having a density of 262g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
Multiply the number of tablespoons by 16.38 (grams per tablespoon for tomato paste), then divide by 28.3495 to convert grams to ounces. For 1.73 tablespoons: 1.73 × 16.38 = 28.33g, then 28.33 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.00 oz.
For the most accurate results, weigh tomato paste on a kitchen scale. If measuring by volume, spoon the ingredient into the measuring spoon and level it off with a straight edge rather than scooping directly.
Weight-per-cup values vary because of differences in how the ingredient is measured (spooned vs scooped), grind size, moisture content, and settling during storage. Our values use standardized measurement methods from established culinary references.
Reverse the conversion: 1.00 oz × 28.3495 = 28.33g, then 28.33g ÷ 16.38 = 1.73 tablespoons. Or use the Ounces to Tablespoons converter.