Ground Flaxseed (Flax Meal): mL to Grams Conversion
Flaxseeds must be ground for your body to absorb their nutrients, but grinding changes their volume drastically. A cup of whole seeds does not equal a cup of ground meal. In vegan baking (flax eggs) or keto recipes, gram-level precision is vital for the binding chemistry to work.
Quick convert
- US cup = 236.588 mL
- 1 tbsp = 14.787 mL
- 1 tsp = 4.929 mL
Reference table
| mL | g |
|---|---|
| 10 | 5 |
| 25 | 13 |
| 50 | 27 |
| 75 | 40 |
| 100 | 53 |
How this conversion works
Milliliters measure volume while grams measure weight. Because Ground Flaxseed (Flax Meal) has a density of 0.53 g/mL, 10 mL weighs 5 g — not 10 g as it would for water. This converter uses the real density of Ground Flaxseed (Flax Meal) so every measurement is accurate.
Measurement notes
Values are rounded to the nearest whole gram. Actual weight can vary slightly with compaction, temperature, and brand. For precision baking, a kitchen scale is always more reliable than volume measurements.
FAQ
- Can I buy pre-ground flaxseed?
- Yes, but it oxidizes (goes rancid) quickly due to the oils. It is best to buy whole seeds and grind/weigh them as needed, or store bought meal in the freezer.