How Much Is 1 Teaspoon of Onions (Diced) in Grams?
1 teaspoon of onions (diced) equals 3.33 g. Onions (diced) has a density of 160g per cup (3.33g per teaspoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 1 teaspoon of honey would be 7.08 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 teaspoon of onions (diced)
- 1 teaspoon of onions (diced) = 3.33g
- 1 × 3.33 = 3.33g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Mental Math Shortcut
For 1 teaspoon of onions (diced), just remember: 3.33g. Double it for 2 teaspoons (6.67g), halve it for a half teaspoon (1.67g).
Measuring Tip
The weight of diced produce per cup depends on how finely it is cut. Smaller dice packs more tightly and weighs more per cup than large chunks.
Onions (Diced) at Different Amounts
How onions (diced) scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (1 teaspoon) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Onions (Diced)
| Teaspoons | US Grams | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.83 g | 0.85 g | 1.00 g |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 1.67 g | 1.69 g | 2.00 g |
| 1 teaspoon | 3.33 g | 3.38 g | 4.00 g |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 5.00 g | 5.07 g | 6.00 g |
| 2 teaspoons | 6.67 g | 6.76 g | 8.01 g |
| 3 teaspoons | 10.00 g | 10.14 g | 12.01 g |
| 4 teaspoons | 13.33 g | 13.53 g | 16.01 g |
| 5 teaspoons | 16.67 g | 16.91 g | 20.01 g |
| 6 teaspoons | 20.00 g | 20.29 g | 24.02 g |
| 8 teaspoons | 26.67 g | 27.05 g | 32.02 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Teaspoon?
A teaspoon (tsp) is a US customary unit of volume equal to 4.929 milliliters or 1/3 of a tablespoon. It is the standard measure for spices, leaveners, extracts, and other small-quantity ingredients.
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.