Convert Broccoli from US cups (chopped)

Broccoli converter

Use the tool below to convert broccoli from US cups (chopped) to the measurement that you need.

A small head is about 40% of the weight of a large one, so 'two heads' in a stir-fry can swing the yield a lot. Pick the right size below to keep roasts, soups, and pasta on target.

How much is a US cup of broccoli heads?

A US cup of broccoli heads is 91 grams, about 0.2 medium broccoli heads. 0.5 US cups of broccoli heads is 45.5 grams and 2 US cups of broccoli heads is 182 grams. Use the converter below for any amount.

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Enter an amount, pick your units, and set the size for counting whole broccoli heads.

Size applies to whole broccoli heads (small / medium / large).

Result

0.96 cups

Common Broccoli conversions

Quick reference for broccoli at medium size. Switch the size in the converter above for small or large.

US cups (chopped)broccoli heads
0.25 cups (US)0.05 broccoli heads
0.5 cups (US)0.1 broccoli heads
0.75 cups (US)0.15 broccoli heads
1 cup (US)0.2 broccoli heads
1.5 cups (US)0.3 broccoli heads
2 cups (US)0.4 broccoli heads
3 cups (US)0.61 broccoli heads

Broccoli conversion chart

The chart below shows how whole broccoli heads (medium size) convert to cups, grams and ounces.

cups (US)cupsbroccoli headsgozlbkg
0.25 cups (US)0.24 cups0.05 broccoli heads22.75 g0.8 oz0.05 lb0.02 kg
0.5 cups (US)0.48 cups0.1 broccoli heads45.5 g1.6 oz0.1 lb0.05 kg
1 cup (US)0.96 cups0.2 broccoli heads91 g3.21 oz0.2 lb0.09 kg
1.5 cups (US)1.44 cups0.3 broccoli heads136.5 g4.81 oz0.3 lb0.14 kg
2 cups (US)1.92 cups0.4 broccoli heads182 g6.42 oz0.4 lb0.18 kg

Broccoli varieties and best uses

The conversions above are the same whatever variety you use; the difference is what each is good for. Here is how the common broccoli varieties compare.

VarietyBest for
CalabreseEveryday roasting, steaming, and stir-fries: sturdy green florets on a thick stalk, the standard supermarket head.
Tenderstem (Broccolini)Quick sauté and steaming: a kai-lan and broccoli hybrid with long thin stalks that cook in minutes and stay sweet.
Sprouting broccoli (purple or white)Spring side dishes and pasta: tender slim stems and small florets, steam or quick-roast.
RomanescoRoasting and showpiece sides: lime-green fractal florets with a mild nutty flavour that holds shape.
Chinese broccoli (Gai lan)Wok dishes and oyster-sauce sides: leafy stems with small florets, blanch then stir-fry.

Which should I pick?

For everyday roasting, steaming, and stir-fries, Calabrese is the default supermarket pick. No Calabrese? Tenderstem (Broccolini) cooks faster with sweet, tender stems. For roasting that holds its shape with a nutty edge, choose Romanesco. For Asian stir-fries, Chinese broccoli (Gai lan) brings leafy bite to wok dishes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a US cup of broccoli heads?
A US cup of broccoli heads is 91 grams, or about 0.2 medium broccoli heads. The ratio is fixed, so 0.5 US cups of broccoli heads is 45.5 grams and 2 US cups of broccoli heads is 182 grams. Use the converter above for any amount, or the chart below for the most common quantities. Open the broccoli converter
How many grams is a US cup of broccoli heads?
A US cup of broccoli heads is 91 grams. The conversion scales in a straight line, so 0.5 US cups of broccoli heads is 45.5 grams and 2 US cups of broccoli heads is 182 grams. Multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs, or use the converter above for an exact reading at any amount.
How many US cups of broccoli heads is 91 grams?
91 grams of broccoli heads is 1 US cup. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between US cups and grams without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists one unit but you would rather measure in the other. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.

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