1 Tbsp of Ground Ginger in Grams
1 tbsp of ground ginger weighs 5.2 grams, or 0.2 oz.
This is the USDA household measure for ground ginger. That amount has 17 calories. Packing, chopping and moisture change how much fits in a cup, so a kitchen scale gives the most accurate count.
Ground Ginger Calorie Calculator
17cal
in 1 tbsp of ground ginger (5 g)Protein0.5 g10% of calories
Fat0.2 g11% of calories
Carbs3.7 g79% of calories
1% of a 2,000 calorie day
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Ground Ginger tablespoons to grams
| Amount | Grams | Ounces | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 tbsp | 1.3 g | 0 oz | 4 |
| 1/3 tbsp | 1.7 g | 0.1 oz | 6 |
| 1/2 tbsp | 2.6 g | 0.1 oz | 9 |
| 2/3 tbsp | 3.5 g | 0.1 oz | 12 |
| 3/4 tbsp | 3.9 g | 0.1 oz | 13 |
| 1 tbsp | 5.2 g | 0.2 oz | 17 |
| 1 1/2 tbsp | 7.8 g | 0.3 oz | 26 |
| 2 tbsp | 10 g | 0.4 oz | 35 |
| 3 tbsp | 16 g | 0.6 oz | 52 |
| 4 tbsp | 21 g | 0.7 oz | 70 |
Ground Ginger calories by serving size
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Ground Ginger vs similar foods
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Ground Ginger: common questions
How many grams are in 1 tbsp of ground ginger?
1 tbsp of ground ginger is about 5.2 g.
How many calories are in 1 tbsp of ground ginger?
1 tbsp of ground ginger has 17 calories.
How many cups is 100 g of ground ginger?
100 g of ground ginger is about 19 1/4 tbsp.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy. FDC ID 170926. Original description: Spices, ginger, ground. Portion weights are USDA household measures.