Pesto Converter
Weigh pesto by the spoon.
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Why Grams to Teaspoon Differs by Ingredient
A teaspoon is a unit of volume (~4.93 mL), whereas a gram is a unit of mass/weight. Therefore, 1 tsp of dense table salt weighs ~5.7g, whereas 1 tsp of airy powdered flour weighs only ~2.6g.
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Quick Grams to Teaspoon Reference Charts
Common Sugar Grams to Teaspoon
| Grams | Teaspoons | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 2.1 g | 0.5 tsp | ½ tsp |
| 4.2 g | 1.0 tsp | 1 tsp |
| 8.3 g | 2.0 tsp | 2 tsp |
| 12.5 g | 3.0 tsp | 1 tbsp (3 tsp) |
| 25.0 g | 6.0 tsp | 2 tbsp |
Table Salt Grams to Teaspoon
| Grams | Teaspoons | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 1.4 g | 0.25 tsp | ¼ tsp |
| 2.8 g | 0.5 tsp | ½ tsp |
| 5.7 g | 1.0 tsp | 1 tsp |
| 11.4 g | 2.0 tsp | 2 tsp |
| 17.1 g | 3.0 tsp | 1 tbsp |
All-Purpose Flour Grams to Teaspoon
| Grams | Teaspoons | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 1.3 g | 0.5 tsp | ½ tsp |
| 2.6 g | 1.0 tsp | 1 tsp |
| 5.2 g | 2.0 tsp | 2 tsp |
| 7.8 g | 3.0 tsp | 1 tbsp |
| 31.2 g | 12.0 tsp | ¼ cup (4 tbsp) |
How Pesto Converter Works?
The Pesto Converter works by dividing grams of pesto by 4.8 g per US teaspoon. Basil pesto is rich in olive oil, which keeps its spoon weight close to oil.
Stir the jar
Oil rises in pesto. Stir to mix the basil and oil before measuring.
Enter grams
Type the weight, such as 50 g for 2 servings of pasta.
Level and scrape
Fill the spoon, level and scrape into the pan.
Pesto Converter Formula
The Pesto Converter formula is teaspoons = grams of pesto ÷ 4.8.
tsp = g ÷ 4.8 | 1 tbsp = 14.4 g | 1 US cup ≈ 230 g
- 50 g of pesto ÷ 14.4 = 3.47 tbsp, about 3 ½ tbsp.
- 25 g of pesto ÷ 4.8 = 5.21 tsp, about 1 ¾ tbsp.
- 1 tbsp of pesto = 14.4 g.
Pesto Converter Conversion Table
The Pesto Converter conversion table converts 11 weights of pesto into teaspoons and tablespoons at 4.8 g per US teaspoon.
| Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Teaspoons (tsp) | Nearest Spoon | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 g | 0.176 oz | 1.04 tsp | 1 tsp | 0.35 tbsp |
| 10 g | 0.353 oz | 2.08 tsp | 2 ⅛ tsp | 0.69 tbsp |
| 15 g | 0.529 oz | 3.13 tsp | 3 ⅛ tsp | 1.04 tbsp |
| 16 g | 0.564 oz | 3.33 tsp | 3 ⅓ tsp | 1.11 tbsp |
| 20 g | 0.705 oz | 4.17 tsp | 4 ⅛ tsp | 1.39 tbsp |
| 25 g | 0.882 oz | 5.21 tsp | 5 ¼ tsp | 1.74 tbsp |
| 30 g | 1.058 oz | 6.25 tsp | 6 ¼ tsp | 2.08 tbsp |
| 32 g | 1.129 oz | 6.67 tsp | 6 ⅔ tsp | 2.22 tbsp |
| 50 g | 1.764 oz | 10.42 tsp | 10 ½ tsp | 3.47 tbsp |
| 75 g | 2.646 oz | 15.63 tsp | 15 ⅔ tsp | 5.21 tbsp |
| 100 g | 3.527 oz | 20.83 tsp | 20 ⅞ tsp | 6.94 tbsp |
What is Pesto Converter?
The Pesto Converter is a calculator that converts grams of pesto into teaspoons and tablespoons. Pesto alla Genovese is basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano-Reggiano, pecorino and olive oil pounded or blended into a sauce.
Italian cooks use about 25 g of pesto per 100 g of dry pasta. Pesto carries about 70–80 kcal per tablespoon from oil, nuts and cheese, so measured portions help calorie tracking.
What are the uses of Pesto Converter?
There are 4 main uses of the Pesto Converter: pasta portions, sandwiches and wraps, pizza bases, and dressings.
Pasta
100 g of dry pasta takes 25 g of pesto, about 1 ¾ tbsp.
Sandwiches
A panini takes 15 g, about 1 tbsp.
Pizza
A pesto pizza base uses 60 g, about 4 tbsp.
Dressings
Pesto vinaigrette mixes 30 g of pesto, about 2 tbsp, with vinegar.
Pesto Converter Measuring Tips
- Blended basil, olive oil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese.
- Weighs ~4.80 grams per level US teaspoon.