How Much Is 10 Tablespoons of Olive Oil in Ounces?
Converting 10 tablespoons of olive oil to ounces gives 4.76 oz. One tablespoon of olive oil weighs 13.5g, so 10 tablespoons is 10 × 13.5 = 135g (4.76 oz). This conversion is specific to olive oil because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 10 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil = 13.5g
- 10 × 13.5 = 135g
- Convert grams to ounces: 135 ÷ 28.3495 = 4.76 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Liquid densities vary: oils weigh less per cup than water, while syrups and honey weigh more. This is why ingredient-specific conversions matter even for liquids.
Olive Oil at Different Amounts
How olive oil scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (10 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 10 tablespoons of olive oil (135g) is close in weight to a small apple (130g).
Other Amounts of Olive Oil
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.48 oz | 0.48 oz | 0.64 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.95 oz | 0.97 oz | 1.29 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.43 oz | 1.45 oz | 1.93 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.90 oz | 1.93 oz | 2.58 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.38 oz | 2.42 oz | 3.22 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 2.86 oz | 2.90 oz | 3.86 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 3.81 oz | 3.86 oz | 5.15 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 4.76 oz | 4.83 oz | 6.44 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 5.71 oz | 5.80 oz | 7.73 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 7.62 oz | 7.73 oz | 10.31 oz |
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?
An ounce (oz) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 28.3495 grams or 1/16 of a pound. In cooking, "ounces" refers to weight (avoirdupois ounces), not fluid ounces which measure volume.