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Salt — Tablespoon to Grams
1 tablespoon of salt weighs 18 grams.
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Measurement Tip: Level off completely. Granular size matters; this weight is for standard table salt.
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Salt Conversion Table
| Tablespoons | Grams | Teaspoons | Cups |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 tbsp | 5 g | 0.8 tsp | ¼ cup |
| 0.5 tbsp | 9 g | 1.5 tsp | ½ cup |
| 1 tbsp | 18 g | 3 tsp | 1 cup |
| 1.5 tbsp | 27 g | 4.5 tsp | 1 ½ cup |
| 2 tbsp | 36 g | 6 tsp | 2 cup |
| 3 tbsp | 54 g | 9 tsp | 3 cup |
| 4 tbsp | 72 g | 12 tsp | 4 cup |
| 5 tbsp | 90 g | 15 tsp | 5 cup |
| 6 tbsp | 108 g | 18 tsp | 6 cup |
| 7 tbsp | 126 g | 21 tsp | 7 cup |
| 8 tbsp | 144 g | 24 tsp | 8 cup |
| 9 tbsp | 162 g | 27 tsp | 9 cup |
| 10 tbsp | 180 g | 30 tsp | 10 cup |
About Salt
Salt is an essential flavor enhancer in both savory dishes and sweet baked goods. Using the correct mass is critical, as grain sizes vary wildly by brand.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams in 1 tablespoon of salt?
1 tablespoon of salt weighs exactly 18 grams.
How many tablespoons of salt in a cup?
There are 16 tablespoons in a standard US cup. For salt, one full cup weighs approximately 288 grams.
What's the best way to measure salt?
Level off completely. Granular size matters; this weight is for standard table salt.