30 Grams of Black Beans to Cups
Ingredient
Black Beans
Cup standard
- Cups (US Customary)
- 0.17 (⅛)
- Tablespoons
- 2.8
- Teaspoons
- 8.4
- Milliliters
- 41 ml
30 grams of black beans = 0.17 cups (⅛ cup / 2.8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20g | 0.12 | ⅛ | 1.9 |
| 25g | 0.15 | ⅛ | 2.3 |
| 30g | 0.17 | ⅛ | 2.8 |
| 35g | 0.20 | ¼ | 3.3 |
| 40g | 0.23 | ¼ | 3.7 |
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 30 grams of black beans in cups?+
30 grams of black beans is 0.17 cups (⅛ cup), or 2.8 tablespoons.
How do I measure 30 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 2.8 tablespoons instead.