How Much Is 7.2 Teaspoons of Lentils in Grams?
Converting 7.2 teaspoons of lentils to grams gives 28.80 g. One teaspoon of lentils weighs 4g, so 7.2 teaspoons is 7.2 × 4 = 28.8g. This conversion is specific to lentils because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 7.2 teaspoons of lentils
- 1 teaspoon of lentils = 4g
- 7.2 × 4 = 28.8g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Lentils are dense at 192g per cup. Pour them into the measuring spoon and level off without shaking, which settles the beans and increases the weight.
Lentils at Different Amounts
How lentils scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (7.2 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 7.2 teaspoons of lentils (28.8g) is close in weight to a slice of cheese (28g).
Other Amounts of Lentils
| Teaspoons | US Grams | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 1.00 g | 1.01 g | 1.20 g |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 2.00 g | 2.03 g | 2.40 g |
| 1 teaspoon | 4.00 g | 4.06 g | 4.80 g |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 6.00 g | 6.09 g | 7.21 g |
| 2 teaspoons | 8.00 g | 8.12 g | 9.61 g |
| 3 teaspoons | 12.00 g | 12.17 g | 14.41 g |
| 4 teaspoons | 16.00 g | 16.23 g | 19.21 g |
| 5 teaspoons | 20.00 g | 20.29 g | 24.02 g |
| 6 teaspoons | 24.00 g | 24.35 g | 28.82 g |
| 7.2 teaspoons | 28.80 g | 29.21 g | 34.58 g |
| 8 teaspoons | 32.00 g | 32.46 g | 38.43 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Teaspoon?
A US teaspoon is 4.929 ml, a metric teaspoon is exactly 5 ml, and an imperial teaspoon is 5.919 ml. The metric and US versions are nearly identical (1.4% difference), but the imperial teaspoon is 20% larger. For most spices the difference is negligible, but for leaveners like baking powder it can affect the result.
What is a Gram?
Weighing ingredients in grams eliminates the variability of volume measurements. A cup of flour can weigh anywhere from 120g to 160g depending on how it was scooped, but 120g of flour is always 120g of flour.