How Much Is 4 Tablespoons of Vegetable Oil in Grams?
4 tablespoons of vegetable oil equals 54.50 g. Vegetable oil has a density of 218g per cup (13.63g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 4 tablespoons of honey would be 85 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 4 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil = 13.63g
- 4 × 13.63 = 54.5g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Oils are lighter than water, so the same volume weighs less. Pour slowly into the measuring spoon for accuracy, and wipe any drips from the outside before reading.
Vegetable Oil at Different Amounts
How vegetable oil scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (4 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 4 tablespoons of vegetable oil (54.5g) is close in weight to a whole large egg (57g).
Other Amounts of Vegetable Oil
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 13.63 g | 13.82 g | 18.43 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 27.25 g | 27.64 g | 36.86 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 40.88 g | 41.46 g | 55.29 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 54.50 g | 55.29 g | 73.71 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 68.13 g | 69.11 g | 92.14 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 81.75 g | 82.93 g | 110.57 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 109.00 g | 110.57 g | 147.43 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 136.25 g | 138.21 g | 184.28 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 163.50 g | 165.86 g | 221.14 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 218.00 g | 221.14 g | 294.85 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
One tablespoon holds about 15 milliliters. There are 16 tablespoons in a cup and 3 teaspoons in a tablespoon. In baking, tablespoon measurements are used for butter, oil, honey, and other ingredients where a full cup would be too much.
What is a Gram?
A gram (g) is a metric unit of mass equal to 1/1000 of a kilogram. It is the standard weight measurement for precise baking worldwide. Professional bakers prefer grams because they are more accurate than volume measurements.