How Much Is 4 Teaspoons of Onions (Diced) in Ounces?
Converting 4 teaspoons of onions (diced) to ounces gives 0.47 oz. One teaspoon of onions (diced) weighs 3.33g, so 4 teaspoons is 4 × 3.33 = 13.33g (0.47 oz). This conversion is specific to onions (diced) because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 4 teaspoons of onions (diced)
- 1 teaspoon of onions (diced) = 3.33g
- 4 × 3.33 = 13.33g
- Convert grams to ounces: 13.33 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.47 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Raw and cooked produce have very different weights per cup. Cooked vegetables shrink and become denser. These conversions are for raw produce.
Onions (Diced) at Different Amounts
How onions (diced) scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (4 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 4 teaspoons of onions (diced) (13.33g) is close in weight to a tablespoon of sugar (12.5g).
Other Amounts of Onions (Diced)
| Teaspoons | US Ounces | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.03 oz | 0.03 oz | 0.04 oz |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 0.06 oz | 0.06 oz | 0.07 oz |
| 1 teaspoon | 0.12 oz | 0.12 oz | 0.14 oz |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 0.18 oz | 0.18 oz | 0.21 oz |
| 2 teaspoons | 0.24 oz | 0.24 oz | 0.28 oz |
| 3 teaspoons | 0.35 oz | 0.36 oz | 0.42 oz |
| 4 teaspoons | 0.47 oz | 0.48 oz | 0.56 oz |
| 5 teaspoons | 0.59 oz | 0.60 oz | 0.71 oz |
| 6 teaspoons | 0.71 oz | 0.72 oz | 0.85 oz |
| 8 teaspoons | 0.94 oz | 0.95 oz | 1.13 oz |
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 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.