Convert cups of lentils (dry) to grams instantly. Enter a value below, or use the formula and reference table further down the page.
In practice
Dry lentils are small, hard and dense, and a cup weighs about 192 g on this page, expanding to roughly 2½ cups when cooked. Green and brown lentils hold their shape in soups and salads, red lentils break down to a soft puree, which is good for dal. Unlike many beans, lentils need no soaking and cook in 15 to 30 minutes. Add salt and acidic ingredients like tomatoes toward the end, since acid can make them cook unevenly.
How to convert cups of lentils (dry) to grams
Multiply the value by 192.
g = cup × 192Example: 10 cup = 1920 g.
Cups of Lentils (Dry) to Grams conversion table
| Cups of Lentils (Dry) (cup) | Grams (g) |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | 192 g |
| 2 cup | 384 g |
| 3 cup | 576 g |
| 4 cup | 768 g |
| 5 cup | 960 g |
| 10 cup | 1920 g |
| 15 cup | 2880 g |
| 20 cup | 3840 g |
| 25 cup | 4800 g |
| 50 cup | 9600 g |
| 100 cup | 19200 g |
Frequently asked questions
How many grams is 1 cup of lentils?
1 cup of lentils equals 192 grams.
What is the formula to convert cup to g?
To convert cup to g, multiply the value by 192. The full formula is: g = cup × 192.
How do I convert grams back to cups of lentils (dry)?
Use the same calculator above and type your value into the grams field instead — it converts in both directions. Or use the reverse formula: cup = g ÷ 192.
Is the cup to g conversion exact?
The conversion factor used here (192) is the standard internationally defined value. Results on this page are rounded to four decimal places for readability.