Millilitres to Tablespoons Olive Oil Cooking Size Chart
This chart converts olive oil between millilitres and tablespoons, covering 9 measurements from millilitres 30 up to millilitres 480. Because olive oil has a specific density that differs from other ingredients, these conversions apply only to olive oil — do not use them for other ingredients.
In baking and cooking, precision matters. A recipe calling for millilitres 30 of olive oil needs exactly tablespoons 2 — using a conversion for a different ingredient could throw off the balance of your recipe. Our chart accounts for the actual weight-to-volume ratio of olive oil.
Quick Converter
| Millilitres | Tablespoons |
|---|---|
| 30 | 2 |
| 60 | 4 |
| 80 | 5 |
| 120 | 8 |
| 160 | 11 |
| 180 | 12 |
| 240 | 16 |
| 360 | 24 |
| 480 | 32 |
How to Measure Your Ingredients Size
For dry ingredients, spoon the ingredient into the measuring cup and level off with a straight edge — never scoop directly from the bag, as this packs the ingredient and adds up to 20% extra weight. For liquids, use a liquid measuring cup (with a pour spout) and read at eye level on a flat surface. A digital kitchen scale is the most accurate option and eliminates the need for volume conversions altogether.
Tips for Converting Olive Oil Cooking Sizes
Weight-based measurements (grams, ounces) are more accurate than volume measurements (cups, tablespoons) for baking. Professional bakers almost always weigh ingredients.
Humidity, packing density, and grain size all affect how much of a dry ingredient fits in a cup. Two people measuring '1 cup of flour' can end up with weights differing by 30 grams.
When a recipe gives both weight and volume, always prefer the weight measurement — it is what the recipe developer used.
Quick Reference
Quick reference: millilitres 30 of olive oil = tablespoons 2, millilitres 160 = tablespoons 11, and millilitres 480 = tablespoons 32. For the complete 9-row conversion table, see the chart above.
This olive oil data is also available in Cups, Ounces sizing. Use the converter tool above to switch between any pair of systems instantly.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I convert olive oil from millilitres to tablespoons?
- Use our olive oil conversion chart above. For example, millilitres 160 of olive oil equals tablespoons 11. The chart covers 9 measurements so you can find the exact conversion you need.
- Does olive oil weigh the same as other ingredients per cup?
- No. Each ingredient has a different density, so 1 cup of olive oil weighs a different amount than 1 cup of flour, sugar, or any other ingredient. That is why ingredient-specific conversion charts like this one exist — using a generic converter will give inaccurate results.
- Should I measure olive oil by weight or volume?
- Weight (grams or ounces) is more accurate for baking because volume measurements like cups can vary by up to 20% depending on how the ingredient is scooped and packed. If your recipe gives both, always prefer the weight measurement. A digital kitchen scale is the most reliable tool.
- What is the smallest olive oil conversion in this chart?
- The smallest measurement in our chart is millilitres 30 of olive oil, which equals tablespoons 2.
- What is the largest olive oil conversion available?
- The largest measurement covered is millilitres 480 of olive oil, which converts to tablespoons 32. If you need a larger quantity, multiply the appropriate row from our chart.
- How do I measure olive oil accurately for baking?
- For cups, use the spoon-and-level method: spoon olive oil into the measuring cup, then sweep a straight edge across the top to level it off. Never scoop directly from the container — this packs the ingredient and gives you more than the recipe intended. For grams or ounces, use a digital scale set to zero (tared) with your bowl on it.
- Can I use this chart for olive oil in savoury recipes too?
- Yes. The weight-to-volume ratio of olive oil is the same regardless of whether you are baking or cooking a savoury dish. These conversions apply to any recipe that calls for olive oil.