How many cups are 50 grams of spinach?

In this article, we will answer the question “How many cups are 50 grams of spinach?”, and how much are a Metric, US, and Imperial cup of spinach in grams and ounces.

How many cups are 50 grams of spinach?

50 grams of spinach comes out to be 1.66 ( ~ 1 3/4) US cups. A cup of raw spinach weighs about 30 grams. After cutting and trimming, a pound of raw spinach will leave 10-12 cups of torn leaves which yields about 1 cup of cooked spinach. A single package (10 ounces) of frozen spinach gives about 1-½ cups of cooked spinach.

How much is 1 Metric cup of spinach in grams?

1 Metric cup of raw spinach equals 31.7 grams. The following table shows the gram equivalent of spinach measured in metric cups.

Raw spinach (measured in metric cups)Raw spinach (measured in grams)
3 Metric cups 95 grams 
2 Metric cups63 grams 
¾ Metric cups24 grams 
⅔ Metric cups21 grams 
½ Metric cups16 grams 
⅓ Metric cups11 grams 
¼ Metric cups8 grams 

What nutrients does spinach provide?

The following nutrient amounts are for 3.5 ounces (100 grams) of uncooked/raw spinach.

Calories 23
Water 91%
Protein 2.9g
Carbs 3.6g
Sugar 0.4g
Fiber 2.2g
Fat 0.4g

Sugars are present in the form of glucose and fructose in the spinach in small amounts. The insoluble fiber makes up most of the carbs. Spinach is rich in carotenoids which form vitamin A in the body. Spinach is a rich source of Vitamin 9 and Vitamin C. It also provides iron in rich amounts. 

This essential mineral produces hemoglobin which becomes a part of red blood cells and helps transport oxygen through the body. Folic acid, folate, or Vitamin B9 is essential for pregnant women for a healthy baby. Vitamin K1 plays a crucial role in blood clotting. The calcium present in spinach is crucial for bone health.

Several other plant compounds like lutein, Kaempferol, Nitrates, Quercetin, and Zeaxanthin present in spinach provide various benefits. 

  • Lutein and Zeaxanthin improve eye health.
  • Kaempferol reduces the risk of heart diseases.
  • Nitrates protect the heart, quercetin has excellent anti-inflammatory properties. 

How much is 1 Metric cup of spinach in ounces?

1 Metric cup equals 1.12 oz. of spinach. The following table shows the ounce equivalent of spinach measured in metric cups.

Raw spinach (measured in metric cups)Raw spinach (measured in ounces)
3 Metric cups 3.36 oz.
2 Metric cups2.24 oz.
¾ Metric cups0.84 oz.
⅔ Metric cups0.75 oz. 
½ Metric cups0.56 oz.
⅓ Metric cups0.37 oz.
¼ Metric cups0.28 oz.

How much is 1 US customary cup of spinach in grams?

1 US customary cup of spinach is 30 grams. The following table shows the gram equivalent of spinach measured in US customary cups.

Raw spinach (measured in US customary cups)Raw spinach (measured in grams)
3 Metric cups 90 grams 
2 Metric cups60 grams 
¾ Metric cups23 grams
⅔ Metric cups20 grams 
½ Metric cups15 grams 
⅓ Metric cups10 grams 
¼ Metric cups7.5 grams 

How much is 1 US customary cup of raw spinach in ounces?

1 US customary cup holds 1.06 oz. of raw spinach. The following table shows the ounce equivalent of spinach measured in US customary cups.

Raw spinach (measured in US customary cups)Raw spinach (measured in ounces)
3 Metric cups 3.18 oz.
2 Metric cups2.12 oz.
¾ Metric cups0.79 oz.
⅔ Metric cups0.71 oz.
½ Metric cups0.53 oz.
⅓ Metric cups0.35 oz.
¼ Metric cups0.27 oz.

How much is 1 Imperial cup of raw spinach in grams?

1 Imperial cup of raw spinach equals 36 grams. The following table shows the gram equivalent of spinach measured in imperial cups.

Raw spinach (measured in imperial cups)Raw spinach (measured in grams)
3 Metric cups 108
2 Metric cups72
¾ Metric cups27
⅔ Metric cups24
½ Metric cups18
⅓ Metric cups12
¼ Metric cups9

How to steam cook spinach? 

Steaming uses a little amount of water as compared to blanching and renders the spinach soft while preserving the bright green color of the leaves. Moreover, steaming does not take very long. 2 minutes is enough to steam a large batch of spinach.

Steamed spinach can be tossed in lemon juice or balsamic vinegar to help balance out its bitterness. Season with some salt and pepper.

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Conclusion 

In this article, we answered the question “How many cups are 50 grams of spinach?”, and how much are a Metric, US, and Imperial cup of spinach in grams and ounces.

References 

https://coolconversion.com/cooking-weight-volume/50~gram~of~spinach~to~cup

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/270609#nutrition