Legumes Grams to Cups Converter
Convert dry lentils, chickpeas, black beans, split peas, and kidney beans between grams and cups.
Direct Answer
Not all dry legumes weigh the same. A cup of dry brown lentils is 192g, raw chickpeas is 200g, and dry black beans is 185g. Pick your exact pulse below.
Because different ingredients within the legumes category have varying particle sizes and moisture levels, measuring by weight in grams ensures perfect baking results.
Legumes Weight to Cup Calculator
Select any ingredient from the legumes category to calculate exact cup and tablespoon conversions.
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Legumes Density & Weight Comparison Table
Every ingredient in the legumes category sorted by bulk density (grams per cup).
| Ingredient | Grams/Cup | 100g in Cups | 1 Cup in Grams | Detailed Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Black-Eyed Peas | 170g | 170g | Black-Eyed Peas → | |
| Dry Broad Fava Beans | 170g | 170g | Fava Beans → | |
| Dry Great Northern Beans | 180g | 180g | Great Northern Beans → | |
| Dry White Cannellini Beans | 180g | 180g | Cannellini Beans → | |
| Dry Whole Yellow Soybeans | 180g | 180g | Yellow Soybeans → | |
| Dry Whole Lupini Beans | 180g | 180g | Lupini Beans → | |
| Firm Pressed Tofu Crumbles | 180g | 180g | Firm Tofu Crumbles → | |
| Dry Pinto Beans | 185g | 185g | Pinto Beans → | |
| Dry Dark Red Kidney Beans | 185g | 185g | Kidney Beans → | |
| Dry Light Red Kidney Beans | 185g | 185g | Light Red Kidney Beans → | |
| Dry Cranberry Borlotti Beans | 185g | 185g | Borlotti Beans → | |
| Dry Heirloom Anasazi Beans | 185g | 185g | Anasazi Beans → | |
| Dry Turtle Black Beans | 190g | 190g | Black Beans → | |
| Dry Split Chana Dal | 190g | 190g | Chana Dal → | |
| Dry French Flageolet Beans | 190g | 190g | Flageolet Beans → | |
| Lentils (Dry) | 192g | 192g | Dry Lentils → | |
| Dry Whole Green Lentils | 192g | 192g | Green Lentils → | |
| Dry Split Red Lentils | 192g | 192g | Red Lentils → | |
| Dry Black Beluga Lentils | 192g | 192g | Beluga Lentils → | |
| Dry Whole Brown Lentils | 192g | 192g | Brown Lentils → | |
| Dry French Green Du Puy Lentils | 192g | 192g | Du Puy Lentils → | |
| Dry Chickpeas (Garbanzo Beans) | 200g | 200g | Dry Chickpeas → | |
| Dry Yellow Split Peas | 200g | 200g | Yellow Split Peas → | |
| Dry Green Split Peas | 200g | 200g | Green Split Peas → | |
| Dry Small White Navy Beans | 200g | 200g | Navy Beans → | |
| Dry Whole Green Mung Beans | 200g | 200g | Mung Beans → | |
| Dry Yellow Split Mung Dal | 200g | 200g | Mung Dal → | |
| Dry Split Black Urad Dal | 200g | 200g | Urad Dal → | |
| Dry Yellow Toor Dal (Pigeon Peas) | 200g | 200g | Toor Dal → | |
| Dry Red Adzuki Beans | 200g | 200g | Adzuki Beans → |
Density Dynamics in Legumes
Legumes and pulses exhibit density variations based on seed diameter, coat smoothness, and moisture drying levels. Dry brown and green lentils have thin lens-like disk shapes that slide into tight packing arrangements, weighing 192 grams per cup. Whole raw chickpeas (garbanzo beans) are irregular wrinkled spheres with larger air gaps between seeds, settling at 200 grams per cup. Dry black beans and navy beans feature smooth oval hulls weighing 185g per cup. Yellow and green split peas have flat halves that pack compactly, reaching 195-200g per cup.
Legumes Substitution Rules: Weight vs Volume
Dry legumes expand 2x to 2.5x in weight when soaked and cooked. Swapping 1 cup of dry lentils (192g) for 1 cup of dry chickpeas (200g) by weight works well, but chickpeas require 45 minutes longer cooking time. Always substitute legumes by dry weight in grams prior to soaking.
Common Gram Amounts to Cups Matrix (Legumes)
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Frequently Asked Questions: Legumes Conversions
How many grams of dry brown lentils are in 1 cup?
One US cup of dry brown lentils weighs 192 grams.
How many grams is 1 cup of raw chickpeas?
One US cup of dry raw chickpeas weighs 200 grams.
How much do dry black beans weigh per cup?
One US cup of dry black turtle beans weighs 185 grams.
Does 1 cup of dry beans equal 1 cup of cooked beans?
No, dry beans absorb water and double in volume; 1 cup dry beans (192g) yields ~2.5 cups cooked beans (400g+).
What is the weight of 1 cup of split green peas?
One US cup of dry split green peas weighs 195 grams.