Convert Grams of Salt to Tablespoons
Enter the amount of salt in grams below to get the value converted to tablespoons.
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How to Convert Grams to Tablespoons
Professional chefs, bakers, and even home cooks will eventually need to know how to convert salt from grams to tablespoons for any variety of recipes.
To convert a measurement in grams to a measurement in tablespoons, multiply the amount of salt by the following conversion ratio: 0.055569 tablespoons/gram.
Since one gram of salt is equal to 0.055569 tablespoons, you can use this simple formula to convert:
tablespoons = grams × 0.055569
The amount of salt in tablespoons is equal to the amount of salt in grams multiplied by 0.055569.
For example, here's how to convert 5 grams to tablespoons using the formula above.
tablespoons = (5 g × 0.055569) = 0.277847 tbsp
Grams and tablespoons are both units used to measure the amount of salt. Keep reading to learn more about each unit of measure.
What Is a Gram?
One gram of salt is equal to about 0.176 teaspoons of salt. However, the weight of salt depends on its crystal size and density.
Professional chefs and bakers should always check the packaging for the density of salt they're using, as it can alter the outcome of a recipe.
Salt is a combination of sodium and chloride, and one gram contains about 388mg of sodium. The American Heart Association recommends a daily sodium intake of less than 2,300mg, or 2.3 grams at a maximum, and ideally less than 1,500mg or 1.5 grams.[1]
The gram, or gramme, is an SI unit of weight in the metric system. Grams can be abbreviated as g; for example, 1 gram can be written as 1 g.
Learn more about grams.
What Is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon of salt is equal to 3 teaspoons of salt or 1/16 of a cup.
The tablespoon is a US customary unit of volume. Tablespoons can be abbreviated as tbsp, and are also sometimes abbreviated as T, Tbls, or Tb. For example, 1 tablespoon can be written as 1 tbsp, 1 T, 1 Tbls, or 1 Tb.
Learn more about tablespoons.
Gram to Tablespoon Conversion Table
| Grams | Tablespoons |
|---|---|
| 1 g | 0.055569 tbsp |
| 2 g | 0.111139 tbsp |
| 3 g | 0.166708 tbsp |
| 4 g | 0.222278 tbsp |
| 5 g | 0.277847 tbsp |
| 6 g | 0.333417 tbsp |
| 7 g | 0.388986 tbsp |
| 8 g | 0.444556 tbsp |
| 9 g | 0.500125 tbsp |
| 10 g | 0.555695 tbsp |
| 11 g | 0.611264 tbsp |
| 12 g | 0.666834 tbsp |
| 13 g | 0.722403 tbsp |
| 14 g | 0.777973 tbsp |
| 15 g | 0.833542 tbsp |
| 16 g | 0.889112 tbsp |
| 17 g | 0.944681 tbsp |
| 18 g | 1.0003 tbsp |
| 19 g | 1.0558 tbsp |
| 20 g | 1.1114 tbsp |
| 21 g | 1.167 tbsp |
| 22 g | 1.2225 tbsp |
| 23 g | 1.2781 tbsp |
| 24 g | 1.3337 tbsp |
| 25 g | 1.3892 tbsp |
| 26 g | 1.4448 tbsp |
| 27 g | 1.5004 tbsp |
| 28 g | 1.5559 tbsp |
| 29 g | 1.6115 tbsp |
| 30 g | 1.6671 tbsp |
| 31 g | 1.7227 tbsp |
| 32 g | 1.7782 tbsp |
| 33 g | 1.8338 tbsp |
| 34 g | 1.8894 tbsp |
| 35 g | 1.9449 tbsp |
| 36 g | 2.0005 tbsp |
| 37 g | 2.0561 tbsp |
| 38 g | 2.1116 tbsp |
| 39 g | 2.1672 tbsp |
| 40 g | 2.2228 tbsp |
References
- American Heart Association, How much sodium should I eat per day?, https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/sodium/how-much-sodium-should-i-eat-per-day