Olive oil: How Many Grams in a Cup?
Olive oil is a liquid fat obtained from olives. Extra virgin (EVOO) is the highest quality, unrefined, and has a more robust flavor, ideal for finishing dishes.
Quick convert
- US cup = 236.588 mL
- 1 tbsp = 14.787 mL
- 1 tsp = 4.929 mL
Reference table
| Cups | g |
|---|---|
| 0.3 | 59 |
| 0.5 | 118 |
| 0.8 | 177 |
| 1.0 | 237 |
| 1.5 | 355 |
| 2.0 | 473 |
| 2.5 | 591 |
| 3.0 | 710 |
| 3.5 | 828 |
| 4.0 | 946 |
| 4.5 | 1065 |
Use for salad dressings, sautéing vegetables over medium-low heat, or as a finishing drizzle on soups and pasta. Avoid very high heat for EVOO to preserve its flavor.
FAQ
- Can I fry at high heat?
- Use regular or refined olive oil for higher heat; reserve extra virgin for medium or finishing.