Red lentils, dry – cups to grams

Values cover the most common cup sizes: 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, 1 and 2 cups of Red lentils, dry.

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  • US cup = 236.588 mL
  • 1 tbsp = 14.787 mL
  • 1 tsp = 4.929 mL

Reference table

Cups g
42
84
126
168
252
336

No soaking needed; simmer for dals, soups, stews, or thickening sauces.

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FAQ

Why does 1 cup of Red lentils, dry weigh differently?
Red lentils, dry can be scooped loosely or packed tightly. We use the spoon-and-level method for consistent results.
How do I adapt this table for packed cups?
Packed cups add roughly 10–15% more weight. Multiply the values here by 1.15 if you press Red lentils, dry firmly into the cup.

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