Lentils — Cups to Grams
1 cup dry lentils = 192 grams
1 cup Lentils (dry) = 192 grams
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Quick Conversion Table — Lentils (dry)
| Cups | Grams | Tablespoons | Teaspoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| ¼ | 48 g | 4 tbsp | 12 tsp |
| ⅓ | 64 g | 5.33 tbsp | 16 tsp |
| ½ | 96 g | 8 tbsp | 24 tsp |
| ⅔ | 128 g | 10.7 tbsp | 32 tsp |
| ¾ | 144 g | 12 tbsp | 36 tsp |
| 1 | 192 g | 16 tbsp | 48 tsp |
| 1½ | 288 g | 24 tbsp | 72 tsp |
| 2 | 384 g | 32 tbsp | 96 tsp |
| 3 | 576 g | 48 tbsp | 144 tsp |
| 4 | 768 g | 64 tbsp | 192 tsp |
How to Measure Lentils in Cups
Dry lentils are small, dense, and easy to measure — simply scoop into the measuring cup and level off. A cup of dry lentils weighs a consistent 192 grams. Unlike dried beans, lentils don't need to be soaked before cooking.
For soups, stews, and dal recipes, accurate lentil measurement ensures the right broth-to-lentil ratio. Use the calculator above to convert any cup amount to grams. Remember that 1 cup (192g) dry lentils yields about 2 cups cooked.
Pro tip: Sort through dry lentils before cooking and remove any small stones or debris. Rinse in a colander under cold water. Unlike larger dried legumes, lentils cook quickly without soaking.
Lentils Conversion Table (Dry)
| Cups | Grams | Ounces |
|---|---|---|
| ¼ cup | 48 g | 1.69 oz |
| ⅓ cup | 64 g | 2.26 oz |
| ½ cup | 96 g | 3.39 oz |
| ⅔ cup | 128 g | 4.51 oz |
| ¾ cup | 144 g | 5.08 oz |
| 1 cup | 192 g | 6.77 oz |
| 1½ cups | 288 g | 10.16 oz |
| 2 cups | 384 g | 13.54 oz |
| 3 cups | 576 g | 20.32 oz |
| 4 cups | 768 g | 27.09 oz |