How Much Does a Beefsteak Tomato Weigh? - G

Most medium tomatoes (the ones you find at a grocery store) weigh anywhere from 4 to 8 ouncesOf course, the weight of a tomato depends on the variety: cherry, grape, plum, roma, or beefsteak

Tomato weight can vary from half an ounce (14 grams) for the smallest tomatoes all the way up to 4 pounds (18 kilograms) for the largest tomatoesThe smaller tomato varieties (such as cherry, grape, and plum tomatoes) will usually weigh no more than 2 or 3 ounces (57 to 85 grams)On the other hand, larger varieties (beefsteak tomatoes) will often weigh at least a pound (16 ounces or 455 grams)To get a better idea of the weights of tomatoes, let’s look at some different varieties and how much they weigh on averageHey – you can sign up for our weekly gardening newsletter here!Join the Greenupside Tribe today!Join 500+ gardeners to get access to news, tips, and informationDelivered right to your inbox – once per weekHow Much Does A Tomato Weigh?The weight of a tomato depends on the variety of tomato

There are cherry, plum, grape, roma, and beef tomatoes of various sizesThe following tables shows different types of tomatoes, along with the average weight (in grams and ounces), the number of tomatoes per kilogram, and the number of tomatoes per pound

Type Of Tomato Weight(ounces) FruitsPer PoundCherry05 to 28 to 32Plum1 to 28 to 16Grape1 to 35 to 16Roma2 to 53 to 8Beefsteak8 to 641 to 2 Type of Tomato Weight (grams) FruitsPer KilogramCherry14 to 5717 to 71Plum28 to 5717 to 36Grape28 to 8512 to 36Roma57 to 1427 to 18Beefsteak227 to 18141 to 4More About Tomato Sizes (What Makes A Small Tomato or A Large Tomato? )According to the USDA, the size of a tomato depends on its diameterRemember that cherry, plum, grape, and roma tomatoes are exempted from marking requirements as to sizeFor more information, check out this information on tomato sizes from the USDAAccording to the USDA, these are the dimensions for various sizes of tomatoes: Size MinimumDiameter(inches) MaximumDiameter(inches)Small21252281Medium22502531Large25002781Extra Large275NA Size Minimum Diameter (cm) Maximum Diameter(cm)Small53985794Medium57156429Large63507064Extra Large6985NANote that “minimum diameter” means that the tomato will not pass through a round opening of the designated diameter when the tomato is placed with the greatest transverse diameter across the openingNote that “maximum diameter” means that the tomato will pass through a round opening of the designated diameter in any positionHow Much Does A Cherry Tomato Weigh?A cherry tomato weighs between 05 and 2 ounces (14 to 57 grams), making them the smallest tomatoes available

Most cherry tomatoes weigh in at around 1 ounce (28 grams), with a diameter of about 1 inch (25 centimeters)Cherry tomatoes are some of the smallest tomatoes around, but you can get lots of them from one tomato plant!Of course, the small size of cherry tomatoes is offset by

the large amount of fruit that you can get from a single plant

Some cherry tomato varieties can produce

hundreds of little tomatoes in a single season!Even better, indeterminate cherry tomato varieties will keep producing fruit throughout the growing seasonSee the table below for cherry tomato weights in ounces and grams

Cherry Tomato Variety Weight (ounces) Weight (grams)Honeycomb Hybrid0514Cherry Roma128Chadwick Cherry1 28Cherry Baby Hybrid1 28Super Sweet 100 Hybrid1 28Gardener’s Delight128Sun Gold Hybrid128Italian Ice Hybrid128Sunchocola Hybrid1 to 228 to 57Black Cherry1 to 2 28 to 57You can check out any of the cherry tomato varieties featured in the table above by going to the Burpee websiteHow Much Does A Plum Tomato Weigh?A plum tomato weighs between 1 and 2 ounces (28 to 57 grams)

This makes them about the same size as cherry tomatoesPlum tomatoes are about the same size as grape tomatoes, but more oval-shapedThe small size of plum tomatoes is offset by the large amount of fruit that you can get from a single plant

Some plum tomato varieties can produce hundreds of little tomatoes in a single season!Even better, indeterminate plum tomato varieties will keep producing fruit throughout the growing season

See the table below for plum tomato weights in ounces and grams

Plum Tomato Variety Weight (ounces) Weight (grams)Juliet Hybrid128Shimmer Hybrid1 to 228 to 57 You can check out any of the plum tomato varieties featured in the table above by going to the Burpee websiteHey – you can sign up for our weekly gardening newsletter here!Join the Greenupside Tribe today!Join 500+ gardeners to get access to news, tips, and informationDelivered right to your inbox – once per weekHow Much Does A Grape Tomato Weigh?A grape tomato weighs between 1 and 3 ounces (14 to 57 grams)

This makes them about the same size or slightly larger than cherry tomatoesGrape tomatoes are slightly larger than cherry tomatoes, and more oval-shaped, like grapesThe small size of grape tomatoes is offset by the large amount of fruit that you can get from a single plant

Some grape tomato varieties can produce hundreds of little tomatoes in a single season!Even better, indeterminate grape tomato varieties will keep producing fruit throughout the growing season

See the table below for grape tomato weights in ounces and grams

Grape Tomato Variety Weight (ounces) Weight (grams)Maglia Rosa1 to 328 to 85Sweet Zen Hybrid1 to 228 to 57Napa Grape Hybrid128 You can check out any of the grape tomato varieties featured in the table above by going to the Burpee websiteHow Much Does A Roma Tomato Weigh?A Roma tomato weighs between 2 and 5 ounces (57 to 142 grams)

This makes them somewhat larger than cherry or grape tomatoesRoma tomatoes are larger than cherry, plum, and grape tomatoesThe small size of Roma tomatoes is offset by the large amount of fruit that you can get from a single plant

Some Roma tomato varieties can produce hundreds of little tomatoes in a single season!Even better, indeterminate Roma tomato varieties will keep producing fruit throughout the growing seasonFor more information about the plants themselves, check out my article on how big Roma tomatoes get

See the table below for Roma tomato weights in ounces and grams

Roma Tomato Variety Weight (ounces) Weight (grams)Orange Roma3 to 485 to 113Roma VF257Roma Grande4113Roma Organic257Tangerine Mama Hybrid3 to 485 to 113Roma257Fresh Salsa Hybrid4 to 5113 to 142You can check out any of the Roma tomato varieties featured in the table above by going to the Burpee websiteHow Much Does A Beefsteak Tomato (Beef Tomato) Weigh?A Beefsteak tomato weighs between 8 and 64 ounces (227 to 1814 grams)

This makes them much larger than cherry, grape, pear, or Roma tomatoesBeefsteak tomatoes are the biggest of all, and some of them can weigh up to 4 pounds!Even though Beefsteak tomatoes are large, you can still get dozens of fruit per plant in a single seasonEven better, indeterminate Beefsteak tomato varieties will keep producing fruit throughout the growing season

See the table below for Beefsteak tomato weights in ounces and grams

Beefsteak Tomato Variety Weight (ounces) Weight (grams)Super Beefsteak17482Beefsteak Organic16 to 32454 to 907Patty’s Yellow Striped Beefsteak10 to 16283 to 454Hungarian Heart8 to 16227 to 454Porterhouse Hybrid32 to 64907 to 1814Heritage Hybrid16454Orange Wellington Hybrid12340SteakHouse Hybrid24 to 48680 to 1361Jersey Boy Hybrid8 to 10227 to 283Cherokee Purple13369Sunny Boy Hybrid16454Brandywine Red16 to 32454 to 907Better Boy Hybrid16454Pink Pounder Hybrid16454 You can check out any of the Beefsteak tomato varieties featured in the table above by going to the Burpee websiteYou can also check out my articles to learn more about Brandywine tomatoes and Better Boy tomatoesConclusionNow you have a much better idea of how much different varieties of tomatoes weigh

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Use this page to help you to calculate the weights and calories of any serving size or portion of tomatoes, for various sizes and varieties

The easy-to-use charts and calculator below will help you to calculate both cooking weight conversions and calorie amounts depending on what you need

Because tomatoes are a natural product, weights vary vastly, from tiny cherry tomatoes to giant beefsteak

This makes it difficult to provide exact figures for all varieties, so to make things easier I’ve split this page up into size categories

Because this page contains a large amount of information, you might find it helpful to use the table below to skip to the section you need:

Quick Guide Tomato Weight & Calorie Chart

The conversion table below provides a quick reference to the weights you can expect from various sizes of tomatoes

For more in-depth information on each size/type, see the sections further down this page

Tomato Size/TypeAverage weight (in grams and ounces)Average calories(in kcal)Cherry Tomato/Baby Plum10-20g/035-07oz3Small Tomato35-75g/12-26oz6-14Medium Tomato75-150g/26-53oz14-27Large Tomato150-250g/53-88oz27-45Beefsteak Tomato250-450g/88-159oz45-81

The infographic below will help to give you an idea of what is meant by each size category of tomato:

Average Amount of Tomatoes in a Pound

Based on the average weights of various sized tomatoes, the table below shows how many of each size category you could expect in a pound (16oz/4536g)

Tomato Size/TypeAverage weight (in grams and ounces)Average amount of tomatoes in one poundCherry Tomato/Baby Plum10-20g/035-07oz23-45Small Tomato35-75g/12-26oz6-13Medium Tomato75-150g/26-53oz3-6Large Tomato150-250g/53-88oz18-3Beefsteak Tomato250-450g/88-159oz1-18

Average Amount of Tomatoes in a Kilogram

Based on the average weights of various sized tomatoes, the table below shows how many of each size category you could expect in a kilogram (1000g/353oz)

Tomato Size/TypeAverage weight (in grams and ounces)Average amount of tomatoes in one kilogramCherry Tomato/Baby Plum10-20g/035-07oz50-100Small Tomato35-75g/12-26oz13-29Medium Tomato75-150g/26-53oz7-13Large Tomato150-250g/53-88oz4-7Beefsteak Tomato250-450g/88-159oz2-4

Cherry Tomato Weights & Calories

Cherry tomatoes are the smallest and sweetest type of tomato and are readily available in most supermarkets in various varieties

As you can see from the image below, they vary in shape and size, so for the purpose of calculating weight I’ve used an average figure

The table below shows the conversion amounts for an average-sized cherry tomato:

ConversionWeight of One AverageCherry TomatoGrams10-20gOunces035-07ozKilograms001-002kgPounds002-004lb

Cherry Tomato Calculator

The calculator below will help you to quickly calculate the weight and calories of your portion of cherry tomatoes (including baby plum tomatoes)

This is based on an average weight of 15g per tomato

I have also used the assumption that the average cherry tomato is 3kcal (as per My FitnessPal)

Small Tomato Weights & Calories

A small tomato is larger than a cherry tomato and around the size of a plum

They’re usually sweeter because they’re small and are the perfect size for slicing up onto a sandwich

The chart below shows the conversion values for an average-sized small tomato:

ConversionWeight of One AverageSmall TomatoGrams35-75gOunces12-26ozKilograms0035-0075kgPounds008-017lb

Medium Tomato Weights & Calories

A medium tomato (around the size of a small apple) is the most commonly found tomato in supermarkets and is often known as a salad tomato

The chart below shows the conversion values for an average-sized medium tomato:

ConversionWeight of One AverageMedium TomatoGrams75-150gOunces26-53ozKilograms0075-015kgPounds017-033lb

Large Tomato Weights & Calories

A large tomato is a larger standard variety tomato (around the size of a large apple) but is not as big as a beefsteak

The chart below shows the conversion values for an average-sized large tomato:

ConversionWeight of One AverageLarge TomatoGrams150-250gOunces53-88ozKilograms015-025kgPounds033-055lb

Beefsteak Tomato Weights and Calories

A beefsteak tomato is the largest tomato variety and it can grow to enormous proportions, but for this purpose, I’ve used average store-sized weights

The chart below shows the conversion values for an average-sized beefsteak tomato:

ConversionWeight of One AverageBeefsteak TomatoGrams250-450gOunces88-159ozKilograms025-045kgPounds055-099lb

One portion or serving of fresh tomato is equal to a medium-sized tomato

The average medium-sized tomato weighs between 75 and 150g (26-53oz) and contains 14-27 calories

Use the chart below to work out the recommended portion size for other tomato size equivalents

Tomato Size/TypeAmount needed toequal the recommended portion sizeCherry Tomato/Baby Plum6Small Tomato2Medium Tomato1Large Tomato1/2Beefsteak Tomato1/4

Tomato Weight FAQ’s

Based on an average-sized tomato weight of 75-150g/26-53oz, there are between 9 and 18 tomatoes in three pounds of weight

How much does a cup of fresh tomato weigh?

A cup of chopped fresh tomato of any type weighs around 200g (71oz) and contains 36 calories in total

I used precision scales that weigh to 001 of a gram which is regularly calibrated with a 100g weight

For more information see my recommended weighing scales here

To make sure the information in this article is accurate, I researched and cross-referenced various sources (as well as original research) to obtain the correct weights and calories

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What is the weight of 1 tomato?

– The average weight of a Roma tomato is between 2 and 5 ounces (57 to 142 grams)

The result is that they are a little bit bigger than cherry or grape tomatoes

Cherry tomatoes, plum tomatoes, and grape tomatoes are all smaller than Roma tomatoes

The relatively tiny size of Roma tomatoes is more than compensated for by the extremely high yield of fruit that can be obtained from a single plant

Some types of Roma tomatoes are capable of producing hundreds of little tomatoes in a single growing season

To make matters even better, indeterminate Roma tomato cultivars will continue to produce fruit even after the growing season has ended

Check out my post on how big Roma tomatoes can become for additional information about the plants themselves

Please refer to the table that follows for the ounce and gram weights of Roma tomatoes

Roma Tomato Variety

Weight (ounces)

Weight (grams)

Orange Roma

Roma Organic

Visit the Burpee website to learn more about any of the Roma tomato types that are presented in the table that is located above this one

How many grams is 1 tomatoes?

The amount of carbohydrates that are included in tomatoes might change based on the variety of tomato or tomato product that is being used

The following are the carbohydrate contents of some of the most common types of tomatoes, as reported by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA): One grape tomato — 0307 grams (g) One cherry tomato is equal to 0661 grams

How much does a tomato weigh in lbs?

Tomato equivalents measured in pounds

Average Weight

3 medium-sized globe tomatoes

4 large Roma tomatoes

8 small plum or Roma tomatoes

How much does a medium tomato weigh in grams?

What is the Average Number of Tomatoes Served in a Portion?

One dish or portion of fresh tomato is equivalent to a tomato that is approximately medium in size

The typical tomato, depending on its size, can weigh anywhere from 75 to 150 grams (26 to 53 ounces), and it can have anywhere from 14 to 27 calories

Tomato Size/Type

Amount needed to equal the recommended portion size

Cherry Tomato/Baby Plum

Small Tomato

Medium Tomato

Large Tomato

How much does 1 cherry tomato weigh?

How many grams do cherry tomatoes have in their weight?

1 cup cherry tomatoes

1 medium whole (2-3/5″ dia)

1 slice, medium (1/4″ thick)

1 plum tomato

1 slice, thick/large (1/2″ thick)

1 wedge (1/4 of medium tomato)

1 slice, thin/small

Cherry tomatoes

tomates cherry

How much does 1 medium tomato weigh?

The weight of a little tomato is three ounces, while the weight of a large tomato is seven ounces

The average weight of a tomato is five ounces

Size of Tomato

Weight

How many grams is a small tomato?

Carbohydrates: There are 35 grams of carbohydrates in a tomato that weighs 91 grams

Tomatoes have a low glycemic index, making them an ideal meal choice

Medium-sized tomatoes, such as Red Racer and Simplicity hybrids, are the epitome of round, juicy tomatoes

Their diameters range from 1 to 3 inches, and their weights range from 2 ounces to a half pound

Tomatoes are measured in pounds, and one pound is equal to three tomatoes that are approximately the size of a baseball

Because of the considerable distances that are often traveled from the growing area to the supermarket, fresh tomatoes are typically offered in grocery stores while they are still firm and have not reached their full ripeness

If you keep tomatoes at room temperature for a few days, between 55 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit, their color will change to a bright red, they will get somewhat softer, and they will acquire a pleasant flavor and scent

How many tomatoes does a pound contain in total?

About two big or three medium-sized tomatoes can be packed into one pound of tomatoes

Can you tell me how many tomatoes you get from one pound of tomatoes?

One pound of tomatoes will produce approximately 2 1/2 cups of chopped tomatoes, 3 cups of tomato wedges, and 3 cups of tomato slices

Is the tomato classified as a fruit or a vegetable?

In addition to providing 40 percent of the daily recommended value for vitamin C and 20 percent of the daily required value for vitamin A, as well as 1 gram of fiber, 5 grams of carbohydrates, 340 milligrams of potassium, and 4 percent of the daily recommended value for iron, one tomato of medium size provides all of these nutritional benefits

To roast tomatoes, first cut them in half lengthwise and then carefully press each half to remove the seeds

What are some simple ways that fresh tomatoes may be incorporated into meals?

Stir-fried Asian dishes benefit from the addition of fresh tomato wedges, which impart both color and flavor to the dish

Layer tuna or shrimp salad on top of thick slices of red tomatoes that have reached their peak of ripeness

During the last quarter of a century and a half, the typical price of tomatoes has been subject to a great deal of upheaval

How much does a Roma tomato weigh in grams?

Roma

Fruit weight

Leaf

Regular leaf

What’s the average weight of a Roma tomato?

The weight of a Roma tomato can range anywhere from two to five pounds on average

When you go to harvest the plant, you should anticipate getting anything from three to eight fruits per pound

How much does a heaviest tomato weigh?

The largest tomato ever recorded was grown in the United States by Dan Sutherland and weighed a total of 10 pounds, 127 ounces (4896 kilograms) when it was measured at Walla Walla, Washington, in the United States, on July 15, 2020

It was a “Domingo” tomato, which was the variety

It had a circumference of 838 centimeters (33 inches), which was helped to achieve by a number of outgrowths on the fruit known as “dingleberries,” which is a characteristic that is shared by huge tomatoes

This is the second time that Sullivan has held this record; the first time was in August 2016, when he grew a tomato that weighed 3906 kilograms (861 pounds)

How much does 4 tomatoes weigh?

There are two big tomatoes, three medium tomatoes, or four Roma tomatoes in one pound of tomatoes

This is the answer to the question, “How many tomatoes are in a pound?” In the event that you only have smaller tomatoes, you will need to determine how many cherry tomatoes or tiny plum tomatoes you have in order to achieve one pound

Tomato type

Large Roma

Small Plum

Cherry

Three tomatoes that are approximately the size of a baseball are included in one pound of tomatoes

If you are an experienced cook, whether at home or at a restaurant, you have most likely sampled a wide range of tomato types throughout the course of your career

The hybrid variety known as Drop tomatoes produces the tiniest tomato in the world; it is about the size of a blueberry

The average size of a cherry tomato is somewhere between a quarter and a golf ball

Medium-sized tomatoes, such as Red Racer and Simplicity hybrids, are the archetypal round juicy tomatoes, with diameters ranging from 1 to 3 inches and weights ranging from 2 ounces to 1/2 pound

The beefsteak and big zac variants are among the biggest, and their weights can range anywhere from one to seven pounds

When they are fully mature, Roma tomatoes take on a crimson color and an egg- or pear-shaped appearance

Even though Roma tomatoes are open-pollinated, the overwhelming consensus is that they do not qualify as heritage varieties

If you grow vegetables for cooking and canning, you may be aware of the importance of knowing the weight of your fruits

Knowing in advance the proportions you need to prepare for making delicious homemade canned tomatoes with the fruits of your garden can simplify the process

As you might expect, dimensions and weight depend on the specific variety of your tomato plants

One of the most popular types of homegrown tomatoes is Roma

Thanks to their meaty flesh, minimal seed content, and low moisture, these fruits are ideal for making delicious sauces to condiment pasta and other meals

Answering this question can help you prepare yourself for the harvest and decide what to do with these precious fruits in advance

Table of Contents

On average, Roma tomatoes can weigh between two and five pounds

So, you can expect to get three to eight fruits per pound when harvesting

To maximize the yield of your tomato plant, make sure you meet all of its requirements

Keep reading to find out how to give your Roma tomatoes plant the optimal care for maximum yield

Ideal Growing Conditions

Roma tomatoes can grow up to three inches long in a cylindrical shape

They fall under the category of “determinate” plants, which means that the plants’ bushes only grow to a standard height

For your plants to thrive and grow strong, it is best to start seeds indoors at least one month before the last frost date

Avoid exposure to cold temperatures, as this might stop the growth process

Don’t forget to water your plants thoroughly and consistently, especially during the fruiting stage

Finally, to make the most out of your Roma tomato plant, you should think about incorporating a slow-releasing fertilizer and adding some compost during the growing season

Be careful with the nitrogen content: too much of it will encourage foliage growth and limit the number of tomatoes you can get from your plant

How Much does a Roma Tomato Weigh? : The Bottom Line

Under the ideal conditions, Roma tomato plants will thrive

You can expect to harvest fruits in 70 to 80 days after planting

With an adequate amount of water, soil, and nutrients, you can expect your Roma tomatoes to weigh five pounds