Basil, fresh, chopped: How Many Grams in a Teaspoon?
Basil, fresh, chopped; tender aromatic leaves that bruise and compact easily.
Quick convert
- US cup = 236.588 mL
- 1 tbsp = 14.787 mL
- 1 tsp = 4.929 mL
Reference table
| tsp | g |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
| 2 | 1 |
| 3 | 2 |
| 4 | 3 |
| 5 | 3 |
Measure very loosely; packed basil weighs much more. Add near the end of cooking.
FAQ
- When do I use teaspoons for Basil, fresh, chopped?
- Garnish amounts, dressings, and finishing. For recipe components of 30 g+, switch to a cup or scale.
- Does substituting fresh Basil, fresh, chopped for frozen change the gram reading?
- Yes — frozen pieces carry ice crystals that add 5–10 % to the cup reading. Drain thoroughly after thaw before weighing to match fresh values.