Olive Oil Tablespoons to Ounces
Convert any amount of olive oil between tablespoons and ounces. 1 tablespoon of olive oil equals 0.48 oz. Use the calculator for custom amounts, or choose an amount below.
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Other Units for Olive Oil
Convert olive oil from tablespoons to other units. Each link has its own calculator and conversion amounts.
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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.
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
Tablespoon sizes differ by country. A US tablespoon is 14.787 ml, close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most countries. An Australian tablespoon is 20 ml, about 35% larger than US. An imperial tablespoon is 17.758 ml. If your recipe comes from Australia, the larger tablespoon size can make a real difference.
What is an Ounce?
Weight ounces and fluid ounces are different measurements. A fluid ounce measures volume (29.574 ml), while an ounce measures weight (28.35g). They only align for water, where 1 fl oz weighs approximately 1 oz.
Frequently Asked Questions
For olive oil, 1 tablespoon equals 0.48 oz. For other amounts, select an amount below or use the calculator for a custom quantity.
The most accurate way is to weigh olive oil on a kitchen scale. If you are measuring by volume, use a liquid measuring spoon on a flat surface and read the level at eye height. Liquids settle naturally, so volume measurements are already quite consistent.
Very close. Pure liquid densities are consistent across brands, so the tablespoons to ounces conversion for olive oil typically varies by less than 2-3%.
For liquids like olive oil, volume measurements are already quite accurate since liquids settle to a consistent level. A kitchen scale adds precision but the difference is typically small for liquid ingredients.