55 Grams of Black Beans to Cups
Ingredient
Black Beans
Cup standard
- Cups (US Customary)
- 0.32 (⅓)
- Tablespoons
- 5.1
- Teaspoons
- 15.3
- Milliliters
- 76 ml
55 grams of black beans = 0.32 cups (⅓ cup / 5.1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45g | 0.26 | ¼ | 4.2 |
| 50g | 0.29 | ¼ | 4.7 |
| 55g | 0.32 | ⅓ | 5.1 |
| 60g | 0.35 | ⅓ | 5.6 |
| 65g | 0.38 | ⅜ | 6.0 |
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 55 grams of black beans in cups?+
55 grams of black beans is 0.32 cups (⅓ cup), or 5.1 tablespoons.
How do I measure 55 grams of black beans without a scale?+
Use ⅓ cup, spooned in and leveled off with a straight edge. If you only have tablespoons, use 5.1 tablespoons instead.