grain
Quinoa Grams to Cups Converter
Standard Weight170g / US Cup
1 US cup of dry raw quinoa weighs 170 grams. Source benchmark: USDA FoodData Central.
Convert Grams of Uncooked Quinoa
Instant volume conversion calculated specifically for uncooked quinoa 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.
Uncooked Quinoa 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 | 0.15 cups | 0.14 cups | 0.12 cups | 2.4 tbsp |
| 50 g | 0.29 cups | 0.28 cups | 0.25 cups | 4.7 tbsp |
| 100 g | 0.59 cups | 0.56 cups | 0.50 cups | 9.4 tbsp |
| 150 g | 0.88 cups | 0.85 cups | 0.75 cups | 14.1 tbsp |
| 170 g | 1.00 cups | 0.96 cups | 0.85 cups | 16.0 tbsp |
| 200 g | 1.18 cups | 1.13 cups | 1.00 cups | 18.8 tbsp |
| 250 g | 1.47 cups | 1.41 cups | 1.24 cups | 23.5 tbsp |
| 300 g | 1.76 cups | 1.69 cups | 1.49 cups | 28.2 tbsp |
| 400 g | 2.35 cups | 2.26 cups | 1.99 cups | 37.6 tbsp |
| 500 g | 2.94 cups | 2.82 cups | 2.49 cups | 47.1 tbsp |
🔬 Density & Science Explainer
Small spherical seeds pack tightly into volumetric measuring cups.
💡 Measurement Tips
- Level off top surface for precise grain-to-water ratios.
Frequently Asked Questions: Uncooked Quinoa
How many grams is 1 cup of Uncooked Quinoa?
1 US cup of uncooked quinoa weighs exactly 170 grams (Scoop into cup and level flat.). A Metric cup (250ml) weighs 177 grams, and an Imperial cup weighs 201 grams.
How do I convert grams of Uncooked Quinoa to cups without a scale?
Divide your required weight in grams by 170. For example, 100g divided by 170 equals 0.59 US cups.
What is the proper measurement technique for Uncooked Quinoa?
Scoop into cup and level flat.
Explore More