80 Grams of Quinoa to Cups
Ingredient
Quinoa
Cup standard
- Cups (US Customary)
- 0.47 (½)
- Tablespoons
- 7.5
- Teaspoons
- 22.6
- Milliliters
- 111 ml
80 grams of quinoa = 0.47 cups (½ cup / 7.5 tablespoons)
Quinoa has a density of approximately 170g per cup. Uncooked, dry quinoa. Cooked quinoa weighs closer to 185g per cup. Source: USDA FoodData Central.
| Grams | Cups | Fraction | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70g | 0.41 | ⅜ | 6.6 |
| 75g | 0.44 | ½ | 7.1 |
| 80g | 0.47 | ½ | 7.5 |
| 85g | 0.50 | ½ | 8.0 |
| 90g | 0.53 | ½ | 8.5 |
Bakers reach for quinoa 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 80 grams of quinoa in cups?+
80 grams of quinoa is 0.47 cups (½ cup), or 7.5 tablespoons.
How do I measure 80 grams of quinoa without a scale?+
Use ½ cup, spooned in and leveled off with a straight edge. If you only have tablespoons, use 7.5 tablespoons instead.