Convert Cabbage from Ounces to Cups (chopped)

Cabbage converter

Use the tool below to convert cabbage from Ounces to Cups (chopped).

A small head is around 36% of the weight of a large one, so 'half a cabbage' in a slaw or stew can swing the yield. Pick the right size below to keep coleslaw, kimchi, and braised dishes on target.

How many cups is an ounce of cabbage heads?

An ounce of cabbage heads is about 0.3 cups. Half that is about 0.15 cups and double about 0.61 cups, so the ratio scales in a straight line. Use the converter above for any amount, or the chart below for the most common quantities.

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

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

Result

0.3 cups

Common Cabbage conversions

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

OuncesCups (chopped)
1 oz0.3 cups
2 oz0.61 cups
4 oz1.22 cups
8 oz2.44 cups
16 oz4.88 cups
32 oz9.75 cups

Cabbage conversion chart

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

ozcupscabbage headscups (US)glbkg
4 oz1.22 cups0.13 cabbage heads1.27 cups (US)113.4 g0.25 lb0.11 kg
8 oz2.44 cups0.25 cabbage heads2.55 cups (US)226.8 g0.5 lb0.23 kg
16 oz4.88 cups0.5 cabbage heads5.1 cups (US)453.59 g1 lb0.45 kg
24 oz7.32 cups0.76 cabbage heads7.64 cups (US)680.39 g1.5 lb0.68 kg
32 oz9.75 cups1.01 cabbage heads10.19 cups (US)907.18 g2 lb0.91 kg

Cabbage 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 cabbage varieties compare.

VarietyBest for
GreenEveryday slaws, sautés, and braises: firm pale-green leaves with a neutral flavour, the all-purpose supermarket head.
SavoySoup, stuffed leaves, and wraps: crinkled tender leaves that hold dressing and wrap easily.
Red (Purple)Slaws and pickles: same firm leaves as Green with crimson colour and a peppery edge that holds when raw.
Napa (Chinese leaf)Stir-fries, dumplings, and kimchi: looser pale leaves that wilt fast and stay sweet.
Pointed (Hispi / Sweetheart / Caraflex)Buttery braises and roasted wedges: cone-shaped, sweet, and tender; cooks faster than round cabbage.

Which should I pick?

For everyday slaws, sautés, and braises, Green is the supermarket default: firm leaves, neutral flavour, the all-rounder. No Green? Savoy has crinkled tender leaves that absorb dressing better. Red gives slaws and pickles colour and a slight peppery edge. For stir-fries and quick wilts, Napa (Chinese leaf) cooks faster and stays sweet. Pointed (Hispi / Sweetheart) is the pick for buttery braises and roasted wedges.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many cups is an ounce of cabbage heads?
An ounce of cabbage heads is about 0.3 cups of cabbage. The density of chopped cabbage is fixed, so the ratio holds at any amount: double the ounces and you double the cups. Use the converter above for any quantity, or the chart below for the most common amounts. Open the cabbage converter
How many ounces of cabbage heads is 0.3 cups?
0.3 cups of cabbage heads is about 0.98 ounces. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between ounces and cups without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists one unit but you would rather measure the other. Use the converter above for any amount.
Which cabbage variety should I use?
For everyday slaws, sautés, and braises, Green is the supermarket default: firm leaves, neutral flavour, the all-rounder. No Green? Savoy has crinkled tender leaves that absorb dressing better. Red gives slaws and pickles colour and a slight peppery edge. For stir-fries and quick wilts, Napa (Chinese leaf) cooks faster and stays sweet. Pointed (Hispi / Sweetheart) is the pick for buttery braises and roasted wedges.

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