Salt Conversion Calculator
Convert between different salt types instantly. Because a teaspoon of Diamond Crystal kosher salt is NOT the same as a teaspoon of table salt.
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2.00 tsp
of Diamond Crystal Kosher
Salt Density Reference Table
| Salt Type | Grams per Teaspoon | Tsp to Equal 6g |
|---|---|---|
| Table Salt (Fine) | 6g | 1.0 |
| Diamond Crystal Kosher | 3g | 2.0 |
| Morton Kosher Salt | 4.8g | 1.3 |
| Fine Sea Salt | 5.7g | 1.1 |
| Coarse Sea Salt | 4.5g | 1.3 |
| Himalayan Pink (Fine) | 5.8g | 1.0 |
| Himalayan Pink (Coarse) | 4.2g | 1.4 |
| Maldon Flake Salt | 3.5g | 1.7 |
| Celtic Grey Salt | 4.8g | 1.3 |
| Fleur de Sel | 5g | 1.2 |
| Pickling Salt | 6.2g | 1.0 |
Why Salt Conversion Matters
Not all salt measures equally. A teaspoon of fine table salt contains about 6 grams of sodium chloride, while a teaspoon of Diamond Crystal kosher salt contains only about 3 grams—half as much. This means if a recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of table salt and you substitute Diamond Crystal kosher salt at the same volume, your dish will be significantly under-salted.
The difference comes down to crystal shape and density. Table salt has small, uniform granules that pack tightly. Diamond Crystal has hollow, pyramid-shaped flakes with lots of air space. Morton kosher salt falls in between with flat, compressed flakes. Maldon flake salt, Fleur de Sel, and coarse sea salts each have their own density. The only way to ensure accuracy across salt types is to measure by weight using a kitchen scale. Our calculator does the math for you when measuring by volume.
Common Conversion Mistakes
The most common mistake is substituting kosher salt for table salt (or vice versa) at a 1:1 volume ratio. This leads to either over-salted or under-salted food depending on the direction. Professional recipes increasingly specify salt by weight in grams to avoid this confusion entirely. When a recipe says "1 teaspoon salt" without specifying type, it almost always means fine table salt or fine sea salt.