Red lentils, dry: How Many Grams in a Cup?
Dry red lentils cook fast, turn golden, and break down into a creamy texture.
Quick convert
- US cup = 236.588 mL
- 1 tbsp = 14.787 mL
- 1 tsp = 4.929 mL
Reference table
| Cups | g |
|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | 21 |
| 1/4 cup | 42 |
| 1/3 cup | 56 |
| 1/2 cup | 84 |
| 2/3 cup | 112 |
| 3/4 cup | 126 |
| 1 cup | 168 |
| 1 1/2 cups | 252 |
| 2 cups | 336 |
No soaking needed; simmer for dals, soups, stews, or thickening sauces.
FAQ
- Can I use frozen Red lentils, dry with the same gram values?
- Once fully thawed and drained, yes — freezing doesn't change mass. Don't weigh while still icy; ice trapped between pieces adds 5–10 % to the reading.
- Can I swap Red lentils, dry for another cooked grain/legume at the same gram weight?
- Mass equivalence works; hydration ratio and texture vary. Cooked quinoa, lentils and rice absorb different amounts of liquid per gram — taste-test when you swap.