# Fresh to Dried Herb Converter

URL: https://speedycalculator.com/calculators/food/herb-conversion/
Last updated: 2026-10-25

> The herb converter swaps fresh herbs for dried and vice versa using the common 3 : 1 rule: one tablespoon of fresh herbs equals about one teaspoon of dried.

## Inputs

- Amount (tbsp, tsp, cups (US))
- Converting

## Results

- Use

## Formula

```
Dried = fresh ÷ 3
```

## Explanation

Dried herbs are more concentrated because their water has evaporated.

### How to use the Fresh to Dried Herb Converter

- **Amount**
- **Converting**

Results update as you type, and every field accepts the units shown in its menu.

### How it works

Divide the fresh amount by three for dried, or multiply dried by three for fresh.

### Inputs explained

FieldWhat to enterAmountUnits: tbsp, tsp, cups (US)ConvertingChoose one: Fresh → dried, Dried → fresh

### Example values

How the main result changes when **Amount** changes and everything else stays at the example values above:

Amount (tbsp)Use (tsp)0.50.50.750.75111.251.251.51.522

## Worked example

Inputs — Amount: 1 tbsp; Converting: Fresh → dried.

Results — **Use = 1 tsp**.

## FAQ

**Does the rule apply to all herbs?**
It is a general guide; bay leaves and rosemary keep strong flavour when dried, basil and parsley less so.

**When should I add dried herbs?**
Early, to rehydrate; add fresh delicate herbs at the end.

**What formula does the Fresh to Dried Herb Converter use?**
Dried = fresh ÷ 3.