20 Grams of Black Beans to Cups
Ingredient
Black Beans
Cup standard
- Cups (US Customary)
- 0.12 (⅛)
- Tablespoons
- 1.9
- Teaspoons
- 5.6
- Milliliters
- 28 ml
20 grams of black beans = 0.12 cups (⅛ cup / 1.9 tablespoons)
Black Beans has a density of approximately 172g per cup. Canned and drained. Rinsing versus straight-draining can shift this by 5-10g. Source: USDA FoodData Central.
| Grams | Cups | Fraction | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10g | 0.06 | ⅛ | 0.9 |
| 15g | 0.09 | ⅛ | 1.4 |
| 20g | 0.12 | ⅛ | 1.9 |
| 25g | 0.15 | ⅛ | 2.3 |
| 30g | 0.17 | ⅛ | 2.8 |
Bakers reach for black beans in amounts like this for everyday recipes — scaling a batch up, adjusting a single serving, or matching a recipe written in grams. Measuring by weight keeps the result consistent no matter who's in the kitchen.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 20 grams of black beans in cups?+
20 grams of black beans is 0.12 cups (⅛ cup), or 1.9 tablespoons.
How do I measure 20 grams of black beans without a scale?+
Use ⅛ cup, spooned in and leveled off with a straight edge. If you only have tablespoons, use 1.9 tablespoons instead.