How many grams is a US cup of lemons?

A US cup of lemons is 230 grams. The conversion scales in a straight line, so 0.5 US cups of lemons is 115 grams and 2 US cups of lemons is 460 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 lemons is 230 grams?

230 grams of lemons 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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Lemon converter

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

A small lemon is 85 g whole and a large one is 145 g, so the juice you get from 'three lemons' can vary by more than 50%. Picking the right size keeps dressings, curds, and marinades on target.

How much is a US cup of lemons?

A US cup of lemons is 230 grams, about 2 medium lemons. 0.5 US cups of lemons is 115 grams and 2 US cups of lemons is 460 grams. Use the converter below for any amount.

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0.96 cups

Common Lemon conversions

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

US cups (chopped)	lemons
0.25 cups (US)	0.5 lemons
0.5 cups (US)	1 lemon
0.75 cups (US)	1.5 lemons
1 cup (US)	2 lemons
1.5 cups (US)	3 lemons
2 cups (US)	4 lemons
3 cups (US)	6 lemons

Lemon conversion chart

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

cups (US)	cups	lemons	g	oz	lb	kg
0.25 cups (US)	0.24 cups	0.5 lemons	57.5 g	2.03 oz	0.13 lb	0.06 kg
0.5 cups (US)	0.48 cups	1 lemon	115 g	4.06 oz	0.25 lb	0.12 kg
1 cup (US)	0.96 cups	2 lemons	230 g	8.11 oz	0.51 lb	0.23 kg
1.5 cups (US)	1.44 cups	3 lemons	345 g	12.17 oz	0.76 lb	0.35 kg
2 cups (US)	1.92 cups	4 lemons	460 g	16.23 oz	1.01 lb	0.46 kg

Lemon 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 lemon varieties compare.

Variety	Best for
Eureka	Everyday lemon juice: reliable, widely stocked, very juicy.
Lisbon	Baking, canning, and lemonade: flavour close to Eureka, good acid.
Meyer	Desserts and dressings: sweeter and less sharp, thin-skinned.
Amalfi	Zesting and gourmet baking: intensely fragrant peel, low bitterness.

Which should I pick?

For dressings, curds, and cocktails, Eureka is the go-to: widely available and reliably juicy. No Eureka? Lisbon is nearly identical and works in any recipe that calls for lemon. Reach for Meyer in desserts where a sweeter, less sharp citrus note suits the dish.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a US cup of lemons?: A US cup of lemons is 230 grams, or about 2 medium lemons. The ratio is fixed, so 0.5 US cups of lemons is 115 grams and 2 US cups of lemons is 460 grams. Use the converter above for any amount, or the chart below for the most common quantities. Open the lemon converter
How many grams is a US cup of lemons?: A US cup of lemons is 230 grams. The conversion scales in a straight line, so 0.5 US cups of lemons is 115 grams and 2 US cups of lemons is 460 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 lemons is 230 grams?: 230 grams of lemons 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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