Grams to Tablespoons – Olive Oil
Olive oil density ≈0.92 g/mL, so 1 tbsp ≈13.6 g. Use the calculator and table below.
Olive Oil Calculator
Formula: tablespoons = grams ÷ 13.6 (approx.).
What Are Grams and Tablespoons?
A gram (g) is a unit of mass in the metric system (1 g ≈0.03527 oz). A tablespoon (tbsp) is a unit of volume equal to 3 teaspoons, or about 14.7868 milliliters. Mass and volume measure different things, so you need the ingredient's density to convert between them.1
Olive Oil Density and Formula
Olive oil has a density of approximately 0.92 g/mL, similar to other vegetable oils. This density gives us approximately 13.6 grams per tablespoon. Extra virgin, virgin, and regular olive oil all have very similar densities.
tablespoons = grams ÷ 13.6
grams = tablespoons Ã 13.6
More precisely, tablespoons = grams ÷ (14.7868 Ã density). For olive oil with density ~0.92 g/mL, this gives approximately 13.6 grams per tablespoon.2
Note: Results are approximate. Temperature can affect oil's volume slightly, though the mass remains constant.
Olive Oil Conversion Table
This table lists common gram amounts with their approximate tablespoon equivalents for olive oil.
| Grams (g) | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
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Assumes 1 tbsp ≈13.6 g for olive oil. Real-world results vary slightly based on temperature and oil grade.
Tips for Accurate Measuring
- Weighing is most reliable: A kitchen scale provides the most accurate olive oil measurements.2
- Level measurements: When measuring by volume, ensure the oil is level at the top of the tablespoon for consistency.
- Temperature consistency: Cold oil may be slightly more viscous, but the mass stays constant regardless of temperature.
- Different grades: Extra virgin, virgin, and regular olive oil have similar densities, so the conversion applies to all grades.
- Storage: Store olive oil in a cool, dark place to maintain quality, though this doesn't significantly affect density for measurement purposes.
FAQs
How many tablespoons is 50 g of olive oil?
About 3.68 tbsp (50 ÷ 13.6). Use the calculator for exact rounding.
How many grams is 3 tablespoons of olive oil?
About 40.8 g (3 Ã 13.6).
Do different grades of olive oil have different densities?
Extra virgin, virgin, and regular olive oil have very similar densities (~0.92 g/mL), so the tablespoon conversion (13.6 g per tbsp) applies to all grades.
Is olive oil the same density as other vegetable oils?
Yes, olive oil has a similar density to most vegetable oils (around 0.92 g/mL), including canola, vegetable, and avocado oils.
Does temperature affect olive oil measurements?
Temperature affects oil's viscosity and volume slightly, but the mass (weight in grams) remains constant regardless of temperature.
Sources
- Tablespoon ≈14.7868 mL; density needed to convert mass to volume.2
- Measurement accuracy and density guidance; tablespoons derived from grams and density for olive oil.
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