120 Grams of Black Beans to Cups
Ingredient
Black Beans
Cup standard
- Cups (US Customary)
- 0.70 (⅔)
- Tablespoons
- 11.2
- Teaspoons
- 33.5
- Milliliters
- 165 ml
120 grams of black beans = 0.70 cups (⅔ cup / 11.2 tablespoons)
Black Beans has a density of approximately 172g per cup. Canned and drained. Rinsing versus straight-draining can shift this by 5-10g. Source: USDA FoodData Central.
| Grams | Cups | Fraction | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100g | 0.58 | ⅝ | 9.3 |
| 110g | 0.64 | ⅝ | 10.2 |
| 120g | 0.70 | ⅔ | 11.2 |
| 125g | 0.73 | ¾ | 11.6 |
| 130g | 0.76 | ¾ | 12.1 |
Bakers reach for black beans in amounts like this for everyday recipes — scaling a batch up, adjusting a single serving, or matching a recipe written in grams. Measuring by weight keeps the result consistent no matter who's in the kitchen.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 120 grams of black beans in cups?+
120 grams of black beans is 0.70 cups (⅔ cup), or 11.2 tablespoons.
How do I measure 120 grams of black beans without a scale?+
Use ⅔ cup, spooned in and leveled off with a straight edge. If you only have tablespoons, use 11.2 tablespoons instead.