Batch Scaling Around 1 Tablespoon Fine Table / Sea Salt
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 9g (0.32 oz) | 1 ½ tsp | 7.4 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 18g (0.63 oz) | 1 tbsp | 14.8 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 27g (0.95 oz) | 1 tbsp + 1 ½ tsp | 22.2 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 36g (1.27 oz) | ⅛ cup | 29.6 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 54g (1.9 oz) | 3 tbsp | 44.4 mL |
Measuring 1 Tablespoon of Fine Table / Sea Salt in the Kitchen
Measured pour and level at a verified bulk density of 288g per US cup, 1 tablespoon of fine table / sea salt weighs 18 grams (0.63 ounces).
Pour dry salt crystals into the measuring tool and swipe flat with a straight edge. Microscopic cubic crystals pack with minimal void space, making fine table salt extraordinarily dense at 288 grams per cup (6 grams per level teaspoon).
Source note: USDA FoodData Central FDC ID 173468; Morton Salt Technical Handbook
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 tbsp of fine table / sea salt? ▾
1 Tablespoon of fine table / sea salt measured Pour and level weighs 18 grams (0.63 ounces).
Why does table salt weigh more than kosher salt per cup? ▾
Table salt consists of tiny cubic crystals that pack tightly with little air, whereas kosher salt crystals are large, hollow flakes that trap air.
What happens if I swap table salt for kosher salt by volume? ▾
Using 1 cup of table salt instead of 1 cup of Diamond Crystal kosher salt adds more than double the sodium (288g vs 135g), ruining the recipe.