How many grams is 1 tablespoon of red lentils?
1 tbsp = 12 g
One level US cup of red lentils weighs 192 g (6.8 oz). A tablespoon is 12 g. Per 100 g: 358 calories and 24 g protein.
Your amount
12 g1 tablespoon
43Calories
2.9 gProtein
Conversion chart
| tablespoons | grams | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 12 g | 43 | 2.9 g |
| 2 tbsp | 24 g | 86 | 5.8 g |
| 3 tbsp | 36 g | 129 | 8.6 g |
| 4 tbsp | 48 g | 172 | 11.5 g |
| 6 tbsp | 72 g | 258 | 17.3 g |
| 8 tbsp | 96 g | 344 | 23 g |
How to measure
Pour dry beans or lentils into the cup and level the top. Weigh them dry before cooking; that is the number nutrition labels use.
Common questions
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of red lentils?
1 tablespoon of red lentils = 12 g.
Is this a level or heaped tablespoon?
Level. Heaped spoons and packed cups can weigh 20 to 30% more.
Why does my package say something different?
Brands grind and pack differently. For baking, a kitchen scale is always more accurate than cups.