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How Much Is 32 Tablespoons of Tomato Paste in Ounces?

32 tablespoons of tomato paste equals 18.48 oz. Tomato paste has a density of 262g per cup (16.38g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 32 tablespoons of honey would be 23.99 oz.

32 tablespoons of tomato paste
=
18.48oz
Result using all tablespoon standards info
18.48 oz (US) 18.75 oz (Metric Tablespoon) 25.00 oz (Australian Tablespoon)
32 tablespoons of tomato paste is also
18.48

Formula and Step-by-Step

tablespoons × 16.38g/tbsp ÷ 28.3495g/oz = ounces
  1. Start with 32 tablespoons of tomato paste
  2. 1 tablespoon of tomato paste = 16.38g
  3. 32 × 16.38 = 524g
  4. Convert grams to ounces: 524 ÷ 28.3495 = 18.48 oz

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

Measuring Tip

Mashed and pureed ingredients vary in density depending on texture. A smoother puree packs more densely per cup than a chunky one.

Tomato Paste at Different Amounts

How tomato paste scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (32 tablespoons) is highlighted.

4 tbsp2.31 oz5 tbsp2.89 oz6 tbsp3.47 oz8 tbsp4.62 oz10 tbsp5.78 oz12 tbsp6.93 oz16 tbsp9.24 oz32 tbsp18.48 oz

For reference, 32 tablespoons of tomato paste (524g) is close in weight to a bottle of water (500 ml) (510g).

Other Amounts of Tomato Paste

Tablespoons US Ounces Metric Tablespoon Australian Tablespoon
1 tablespoon 0.58 oz 0.59 oz 0.78 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
32 tablespoons 18.48 oz 18.75 oz 25.00 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 18.48 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 32 tablespoons: 32 × 16.38 = 524g, then 524 ÷ 28.3495 = 18.48 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: 18.48 oz × 28.3495 = 524g, then 524g ÷ 16.38 = 32 tablespoons. Or use the Ounces to Tablespoons converter.