5 Grams of Shredded Carrot to Cups
Ingredient
Shredded Carrot
Cup standard
- Cups (US Customary)
- 0.05 (⅛)
- Tablespoons
- 0.7
- Teaspoons
- 2.2
- Milliliters
- 11 ml
5 grams of shredded carrot = 0.05 cups (⅛ cup / 0.7 tablespoons)
Shredded Carrot has a density of approximately 110g per cup. Raw and shredded. Cooked shredded carrot differs due to moisture loss during cooking. Source: USDA FoodData Central.
| Grams | Cups | Fraction | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3g | 0.03 | ⅛ | 0.4 |
| 4g | 0.04 | ⅛ | 0.6 |
| 5g | 0.05 | ⅛ | 0.7 |
| 6g | 0.05 | ⅛ | 0.9 |
| 7g | 0.06 | ⅛ | 1.0 |
Bakers reach for shredded carrot 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 5 grams of shredded carrot in cups?+
5 grams of shredded carrot is 0.05 cups (⅛ cup), or 0.7 tablespoons.
How do I measure 5 grams of shredded carrot without a scale?+
Use ⅛ cup, spooned in and leveled off with a straight edge. If you only have tablespoons, use 0.7 tablespoons instead.