Ricotta (Whole Milk)
One level US cup of ricotta weighs 246 g (8.7 oz). A tablespoon is 15.4 g. Per 100 g: 174 calories and 11.3 g protein.
Measures at a glance
| Measure | Grams | Ounces | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon | 5.1 g | 0.18 oz | 8.9 | 0.58 g | 0.15 g | 0.66 g |
| 1 tablespoon | 15.4 g | 0.54 oz | 26.8 | 1.7 g | 0.46 g | 2 g |
| ¼ cup | 61.5 g | 2.2 oz | 107 | 6.9 g | 1.8 g | 8 g |
| ⅓ cup | 82 g | 2.9 oz | 143 | 9.3 g | 2.5 g | 10.7 g |
| ½ cup | 123 g | 4.3 oz | 214 | 13.9 g | 3.7 g | 16 g |
| 1 cup | 246 g | 8.7 oz | 428 | 27.8 g | 7.4 g | 32 g |
| 2 cups | 492 g | 17.4 oz | 856 | 55.6 g | 14.8 g | 64 g |
Nutrition
Bars show grams per 100 g. Calories come 26% from protein, 7% from carbs and 67% from fat.
Ricotta gets most of its calories from fat: about 26% from protein, 7% from carbs and 67% from fat. One cup (246 g) has 428 calories, 27.8 g protein and 0 g fiber.
How to measure
Fill to the line and read at eye level. For thick foods, level with a spatula.
For this ingredient: Drain any liquid, then spoon in and level with a spatula.
Tips from the kitchen
- Measure liquids at eye level on a flat counter.
- Level thick foods like yogurt with a spatula.
- Plant milks vary a lot by brand; check the label for protein.
Common questions
How many grams is 1 cup of ricotta?
One level US cup of ricotta weighs about 246 g (8.7 oz). Drain any liquid, then spoon in and level with a spatula.
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of ricotta?
One level tablespoon weighs about 15.4 g, and one teaspoon about 5.1 g.
How much protein is in 100 g of ricotta?
100 g has 11.3 g protein, 3 g carbs, 13 g fat and 174 calories.