What does 50 grams of lentils (dry) look like?
50 grams of lentils (dry) is a standard serving size that measures 1.76 oz (50 g). When poured into a loose pile, it is 3.51 in (8.91 cm) wide and 1.18 in (3.01 cm) tall, which is about the size of a large egg.
In kitchen measures
4.23 tablespoons
12.7 tsp · 4.23 tbsp · 0.264 cups
about the size of a large egg
- Weight
- 1.76 oz (50 g)
- Volume
- 4.23 tbsp (62.5 mL)
- Pile width
- 3.51 in (8.91 cm)
- Pile height
- 1.18 in (3.01 cm)
- Density
- 0.8 g/mL
Lentils (dry) typically ranges 0.75–0.85 g/mL depending on how it's packed. A firmly packed scoop weighs more.
Questions people ask
- What is the volume of this amount?
- The volume is 4.23 tbsp (62.5 mL), which equals 12.7 teaspoons, 4.23 tablespoons, or 0.264 cups.
- What is the typical density of these lentils?
- The typical density is 0.8 g/mL, though it ranges from 0.75 to 0.85 g/mL depending on packing.
- What objects are used for scale in the photo?
- The lentils are shown in the photo next to a us quarter, a golf ball, and a teaspoon.