How Much Is 3 Teaspoons of Table Salt in Ounces?
Converting 3 teaspoons of table salt to ounces gives 0.63 oz. One teaspoon of table salt weighs 6g, so 3 teaspoons is 3 × 6 = 18g (0.63 oz). This conversion is specific to table salt because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 3 teaspoons of table salt
- 1 teaspoon of table salt = 6g
- 3 × 6 = 18g
- Convert grams to ounces: 18 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.63 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
If your recipe was developed with kosher salt, using the same volume of table salt will over-season the dish. Always check which salt type your recipe specifies, or convert by weight.
Table Salt at Different Amounts
How table salt scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (3 teaspoons) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Table Salt
| Teaspoons | US Ounces | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.05 oz | 0.05 oz | 0.06 oz |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 0.11 oz | 0.11 oz | 0.13 oz |
| 1 teaspoon | 0.21 oz | 0.21 oz | 0.25 oz |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 0.32 oz | 0.32 oz | 0.38 oz |
| 2 teaspoons | 0.42 oz | 0.43 oz | 0.51 oz |
| 3 teaspoons | 0.63 oz | 0.64 oz | 0.76 oz |
| 4 teaspoons | 0.85 oz | 0.86 oz | 1.02 oz |
| 5 teaspoons | 1.06 oz | 1.07 oz | 1.27 oz |
| 6 teaspoons | 1.27 oz | 1.29 oz | 1.52 oz |
| 8 teaspoons | 1.69 oz | 1.72 oz | 2.03 oz |
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 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.