Convert Tablespoons to Grams: Table Salt
Convert tablespoons of table salt to grams with this precise reference table. 1 tablespoon of table salt = 18.3g. There are 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup (292g). The table below covers 1 tbsp through 16 tbsp (1 full cup). Tablespoon measurements are especially common for table salt in small-batch recipes and is the standard unit in US recipe measurements for amounts under 1/4 cup.
Table Salt Tablespoons to Grams Table
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 18.3g |
| 2 tbsp | 36.5g |
| 3 tbsp | 54.8g |
| 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) | 73g |
| 5 tbsp | 91.3g |
| 6 tbsp | 109.5g |
| 8 tbsp (1/2 cup) | 146g |
| 10 tbsp | 182.5g |
| 12 tbsp (3/4 cup) | 219g |
| 16 tbsp (1 cup) | 292g |
Based on USDA FoodData Central data (1 US cup = 240ml = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons). Note: Table salt is finely ground — 1 teaspoon = 6g. Note: different salts vary significantly by crystal size. Kosher salt is much lighter per teaspoon. Always specify salt type in recipes for accuracy.
About Table Salt Density
The density of table salt determines how much it weighs per unit of volume. At 1.217g/ml, 1 US cup (240ml) of table salt weighs 292g under USDA standard conditions.
1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup = 15ml. For table salt, this equals 18.3g per tablespoon. Tablespoon measurements are useful for amounts between 1 teaspoon and 1/4 cup. For very precise recipes, weigh tablespoon amounts on a scale to avoid density variation errors.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of table salt?
1 tablespoon of table salt weighs approximately 18.3 grams (292g per cup ÷ 16 tablespoons per cup).
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of table salt?
2 tablespoons of table salt weighs approximately 36.6 grams.
How many tablespoons is 100g of table salt?
100g of table salt equals approximately 5.5 tablespoons.
How many tablespoons are in 1 cup of table salt?
There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup. So 1 cup of table salt (292g) = 16 tablespoons, each weighing 18.3g.