Olive oil

1 tablespoon of olive oil in grams

1 tablespoon12.5 g

1 tablespoon of olive oil ≈ 12.5 grams = 0.44 oz = 14.8 ml by volume.

Olive oil — volume to weight
VolumeGramsOuncesml
¼ cup50 g1.76 oz59.1
⅓ cup66.7 g2.35 oz78.9
½ cup100 g3.53 oz118
⅔ cup133 g4.7 oz158
¾ cup150 g5.29 oz177
1 cup200 g7.05 oz237
1½ cups300 g10.6 oz355
2 cups400 g14.1 oz473
3 cups600 g21.2 oz710
1 tablespoon12.5 g0.44 oz14.8
1 teaspoon4.17 g0.15 oz4.93

Density used: 1 US cup = 200 g (KA lists 1/4 cup = 50 g, scaled to 1 cup). Source: King Arthur Baking Ingredient Weight Chart. Volume measures vary with scooping method; for baking, weigh when you can.

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Frequently asked questions

How many grams is 1 tablespoon of olive oil?

1 tablespoon of olive oil is about 12.5 grams, based on 200 g per US cup.

Why does my measurement differ?

Spooned-and-leveled vs scooped volume can change weight by 10–20%. A kitchen scale is most accurate.

Is a US cup the same as a metric cup?

No. A US cup is 236.6 ml; a metric cup is 250 ml, about 5.7% larger.