Grams to Tablespoons Quinoa Conversion – Dry Quinoa Calculator
Quickly convert grams of dry quinoa to tablespoons and back again. Dry quinoa has a density of approximately 0.7 g/mL, so 1 tablespoon ≈10.35 grams. Use the calculator, reference table, and tips below for accurate measurements.
Important: These conversions are for dry, uncooked quinoa only. Cooked quinoa expands significantly and has a different density.
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Formula: tablespoons = grams ÷ 10.35 (approx.).
What Are Grams and Tablespoons?
A gram (g) is a unit of mass in the metric system (1 g ≈0.03527 oz). A tablespoon (tbsp) is a unit of volume equal to 3 teaspoons, or about 14.7868 milliliters. Mass and volume measure different things, so you need the ingredient's density to convert between them.1
Dry Quinoa Density and Formula
Dry quinoa seeds have a density of approximately 0.7 g/mL. When measuring dry quinoa, it's important to note that it will expand significantly when cookedâ€â€Âtypically tripling or quadrupling in volume. These conversions apply only to dry, uncooked quinoa.
tablespoons = grams ÷ 10.35
grams = tablespoons Ã 10.35
More precisely, tablespoons = grams ÷ (14.7868 Ã density). For dry quinoa with density ~0.7 g/mL, this gives approximately 10.35 grams per tablespoon.2
Note: Results are approximate. Different varieties of quinoa (white, red, black, tri-color) have very similar densities. Always rinse quinoa before cooking to remove any bitter saponin coating.
Dry Quinoa Conversion Table
This table lists common gram amounts with their approximate tablespoon equivalents for dry, uncooked quinoa.
| Grams (g) | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
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Assumes 1 tbsp ≈10.35 g for dry quinoa. Real-world results vary based on how quinoa packs into the measuring spoon.
Tips for Accurate Measuring
- Weighing is most reliable: A kitchen scale provides the most accurate dry quinoa measurements.2
- Rinse before measuring: While rinsing doesn't significantly affect density, it's good practice to rinse quinoa to remove the bitter saponin coating.
- Level measuring spoons: Spoon quinoa into a tablespoon and level the top with a straight edge for consistent measurements.
- Dry vs. cooked: These conversions are for dry quinoa only. Cooked quinoa has a much lower density due to expansion from absorbed water.
- Varieties are similar: White, red, black, and tri-color quinoa have similar densities, so the conversion applies to all varieties.
FAQs
How many tablespoons is 50 g of dry quinoa?
About 4.83 tbsp (50 ÷ 10.35). Use the calculator for exact rounding.
How many grams is 3 tablespoons of dry quinoa?
About 31.05 g (3 Ã 10.35).
Does this conversion work for cooked quinoa?
No. These conversions are for dry, uncooked quinoa only. Cooked quinoa expands significantly and has a different density, requiring separate conversions.
Do different quinoa colors have different densities?
No, white, red, black, and tri-color quinoa have very similar densities, so the tablespoon conversion (10.35 g per tbsp) applies to all varieties.
Should I rinse quinoa before measuring?
Rinsing removes the bitter saponin coating but doesn't significantly affect the density. You can rinse before or after measuring, but always rinse before cooking.
Sources
- Tablespoon ≈14.7868 mL; density needed to convert mass to volume.2
- Measurement accuracy and density guidance; tablespoons derived from grams and density for dry quinoa.
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