Grams to Tablespoons Red Lentils (dry) – Conversion Calculator

Convert grams of uncooked red lentils to tablespoons and back again. Using a dry density of ~0.75 g/mL, 1 tablespoon ≈ 11.09 grams. Use the calculator, table, and tips below.

Red Lentils Calculator

Formula: tablespoons = grams ÷ 11.09 (approx.).

What Are Grams and Tablespoons?

A gram (g) measures mass; a tablespoon (tbsp) measures volume (~14.7868 mL). Density links them for ingredient conversions.1

Red Lentils Density and Formula

Split red lentils are small and pack moderately. A kitchen density estimate of ~0.75 g/mL yields ~11.09 grams per tablespoon.

tablespoons = grams ÷ 11.09

grams = tablespoons × 11.09

Exact formula: tablespoons = grams ÷ (14.7868 × density). Adjust if you know your brand’s density.2

Note: Grain size and humidity affect packing; weigh for best accuracy.

Red Lentils Conversion Table

Common gram amounts with approximate tablespoon equivalents for red lentils.

Grams (g) Tablespoons (tbsp)

Assumes 1 tbsp ≈ 11.09 g. Values are approximate.

Tips for Accurate Measuring

  • Weigh ingredients: A kitchen scale avoids packing variability.
  • Level spoons: Spoon lightly and level; don’t pack like brown sugar.
  • Consistency: Use the same technique each time for repeatability.

FAQs

How many tablespoons is 50 g of dry red lentils?

About 4.51 tbsp (50 ÷ 11.09).

How many grams are in 3 tablespoons of dry red lentils?

About 33.27 g (3 × 11.09).

Sources

  1. Tablespoon volume ≈14.7868 mL; density enables mass ↔ volume conversion.2
  2. Dry legume packing estimates; tablespoon weight derived via density × 14.7868 mL.

External citations omitted. Values reflect standard kitchen references and measurement guides.

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