Quinoa in Grams: How Many Grams in a Cup?
Convert quinoa from cups to grams and ounces with precision for any recipe.
1 cup of quinoa weighs 170 grams.
≈ 6 oz (weight)
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1 cup of Quinoa weighs 170 grams.
170g (6 oz)
Level, unpacked US cupQuinoa
US & UK alternative namesSpoon into cup & level off with a knife.
Prevent packing errorsQuinoa cups to grams
Complete conversion reference chart for standard US cup measurements to grams and ounces.
| Cups (US) | Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | 21g | 0.74 oz |
| 1/4 cup | 42.5g | 1.5 oz |
| 1/3 cup | 56.1g | 1.98 oz |
| 1/2 cup | 85g | 3 oz |
| 2/3 cup | 113g | 3.99 oz |
| 3/4 cup | 128g | 4.52 oz |
| 1 cup | 170g | 6 oz |
| 1 1/2 cups | 255g | 8.99 oz |
| 2 cups | 340g | 11.99 oz |
| 3 cups | 510g | 17.99 oz |
| 4 cups | 680g | 23.99 oz |
| 5 cups | 850g | 29.98 oz |
| Weight (Grams) | Cups (US) | Ounces (oz) | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25g | ≈ 1/4 cup (0.15) | 0.88 oz | 2.35 tbsp |
| 50g | ≈ 1/4 cup (0.29) | 1.76 oz | 4.71 tbsp |
| 75g | ≈ 1/2 cup (0.44) | 2.65 oz | 7.06 tbsp |
| 100g | ≈ 1/2 cup (0.59) | 3.53 oz | 9.41 tbsp |
| 125g | ≈ 3/4 cup (0.74) | 4.41 oz | 11.76 tbsp |
| 150g | ≈ 1 cup (0.88) | 5.29 oz | 14.12 tbsp |
| 200g | ≈ 1 1/4 cups (1.18) | 7.05 oz | 18.82 tbsp |
| 250g | ≈ 1 1/2 cups (1.47) | 8.82 oz | 23.53 tbsp |
| 300g | ≈ 1 3/4 cups (1.76) | 10.58 oz | 28.24 tbsp |
| 350g | ≈ 2 cups (2.06) | 12.35 oz | 32.94 tbsp |
| 400g | ≈ 2 1/4 cups (2.35) | 14.11 oz | 37.65 tbsp |
| 500g | ≈ 3 cups (2.94) | 17.64 oz | 47.06 tbsp |
Cooked quinoa cups to grams
Cooked quinoa absorbs water during cooking, so 1 cup weighs significantly more than dry.
| Cups | Grams (cooked) |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cup | 46g |
| 1/3 cup | 61g |
| 1/2 cup | 93g |
| 2/3 cup | 124g |
| 3/4 cup | 139g |
| 1 cup | 185g |
| 1 1/2 cups | 278g |
| 2 cups | 370g |
1 cup of uncooked quinoa weighs 170 grams. Quinoa expands significantly when cooked — 1 cup dry yields about 3 cups cooked. All weight references here are for dry, uncooked quinoa.
For the most accurate results, weigh your quinoa with a digital kitchen scale — the values below assume a level, unpacked cup.
Frequently asked questions
How many grams is 1 cup of quinoa?
1 cup of quinoa weighs 170g.
How many grams is 1/2 cup of quinoa?
1/2 cup of quinoa weighs 85g.
How many grams is 1/4 cup of quinoa?
1/4 cup of quinoa weighs 42.5g.
How many cups is 100g of quinoa?
100g of quinoa is approximately 0.59 cups.
How many grams is 2 cups of quinoa?
2 cups of quinoa weighs 340g.
How many grams is 1/3 cup of quinoa?
1/3 cup of quinoa weighs 56.1g.
How many ounces is 1 cup of quinoa?
1 cup of quinoa weighs approximately 6.0 ounces (170g).
How many grams is 3 cups of quinoa?
3 cups of quinoa weighs 510g.
How many grams is 1 cup of cooked quinoa?
1 cup of cooked quinoa weighs 185g — more than dry quinoa (170g per cup) because the grains absorb water during cooking.
Common mistakes to avoid with quinoa
- Not rinsing quinoa before cooking, leading to a bitter taste.
- Using too much water, making quinoa mushy instead of fluffy.
- Skipping the resting period after cooking, preventing proper fluffing.
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