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.

4 teaspoons of onions (diced)
=
0.47oz
Result using all teaspoon standards info
0.47 oz (US) 0.48 oz (Metric Teaspoon) 0.56 oz (Imperial Teaspoon)
4 teaspoons of onions (diced) is also
0.47

Formula and Step-by-Step

teaspoons × 3.33g/tsp ÷ 28.3495g/oz = ounces
  1. Start with 4 teaspoons of onions (diced)
  2. 1 teaspoon of onions (diced) = 3.33g
  3. 4 × 3.33 = 13.33g
  4. 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.

1 tsp0.12 oz1.5 tsp0.18 oz2 tsp0.24 oz3 tsp0.35 oz4 tsp0.47 oz5 tsp0.59 oz6 tsp0.71 oz8 tsp0.94 oz

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 0.47 oz, based on onions (diced) having a density of 160g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
Multiply the number of teaspoons by 3.33 (grams per teaspoon for onions (diced)), then divide by 28.3495 to convert grams to ounces. For 4 teaspoons: 4 × 3.33 = 13.33g, then 13.33 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.47 oz.
For the most accurate results, weigh onions (diced) 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.