1 tablespoon of Salt = How Many grams?
Conversion Detail: 1 tbsp Salt
Equivalent to ≈ 18 g of salt, or in other units:
| Unit | Value |
|---|---|
| Tablespoon | 1.0 tbsp |
| Teaspoon | 3.0 tsp |
| Cup | 0.063 cup |
| Milliliter | 15 ml |
| Gram | 18 g |
About Salt
Kosher salt and sea salt have different densities — 1 tsp kosher salt ≈ 1/2 tsp table salt by weight.
Storage: Airtight container at room temperature. Indefinite shelf life.
Common uses: seasoning, preserving, baking, brining.
Density: 1.2g/ml. Because each ingredient has a different density, volume-to-weight conversion can't use a single generic value for all ingredients.
Other Conversions for Salt
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of salt?▾
1 tablespoon of salt ≈ 18 grams, based on salt density of 1.2 g/ml.
How do I accurately measure salt with tablespoon?▾
Kosher salt and sea salt have different densities — 1 tsp kosher salt ≈ 1/2 tsp table salt by weight.
Will the conversion be the same for all brands of salt?▾
Results may vary slightly between brands and how loosely or firmly you scoop. The values here use a reference density of 1.2 g/ml from authoritative sources like usda-fdc.
Why does 1 tablespoon of salt not weigh the same as other ingredients?▾
Same volume but different density results in different weight. Salt has a density of 1.2 g/ml, so 1 tbsp of salt ≠ 1 tbsp of another ingredient by weight.