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Dry Lentils Grams to Cups Converter
Standard Weight192g / US Cup
1 US cup of dry lentils weighs 192 grams. Source benchmark: USDA FoodData Central.
Convert Grams of Lentils (Dry)
Instant volume conversion calculated specifically for lentils (dry) density.
100 grams
grams
Calculated Volume
0.83 cups
approx 3/4 cup + 1 tbsp
1 Cup3/41/21/4
Tablespoons13.3 tbsp
Teaspoons40.0 tsp
Ounces3.53 oz
💡 Measuring Advice:USDA
Spoon into measuring cup and level off with a straight knife edge.
Lentils (Dry) Grams to Cups Quick Reference Table
Common recipe weights converted for US Legal Cups (240ml), Metric Cups (250ml), and Imperial Cups (284ml).
| Grams (g) | US Cups (240ml) | Metric Cups (250ml) | Imperial Cups (284ml) | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 g | 0.13 cups | 0.13 cups | 0.11 cups | 2.1 tbsp |
| 50 g | 0.26 cups | 0.25 cups | 0.22 cups | 4.2 tbsp |
| 100 g | 0.52 cups | 0.50 cups | 0.44 cups | 8.3 tbsp |
| 150 g | 0.78 cups | 0.75 cups | 0.66 cups | 12.5 tbsp |
| 192 g | 1.00 cups | 0.96 cups | 0.85 cups | 16.0 tbsp |
| 200 g | 1.04 cups | 1.00 cups | 0.88 cups | 16.7 tbsp |
| 250 g | 1.30 cups | 1.25 cups | 1.10 cups | 20.8 tbsp |
| 300 g | 1.56 cups | 1.50 cups | 1.32 cups | 25.0 tbsp |
| 400 g | 2.08 cups | 2.00 cups | 1.76 cups | 33.3 tbsp |
| 500 g | 2.60 cups | 2.50 cups | 2.20 cups | 41.7 tbsp |
🔬 Density & Science Explainer
Small disc-shaped legumes pack fairly tightly in a measuring cup.
💡 Measurement Tips
- Sort and rinse lentils before use. Level off measuring cup evenly.
Frequently Asked Questions: Lentils (Dry)
How many grams is 1 cup of Lentils (Dry)?
1 US cup of lentils (dry) weighs exactly 192 grams (Scoop into cup and level off.). A Metric cup (250ml) weighs 200 grams, and an Imperial cup weighs 227 grams.
How do I convert grams of Lentils (Dry) to cups without a scale?
Divide your required weight in grams by 192. For example, 100g divided by 192 equals 0.52 US cups.
What is the proper measurement technique for Lentils (Dry)?
Scoop into cup and level off.
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