Convert Arborio Rice from Tablespoon to Cup (US)

How many US cups is 1 tablespoon of arborio rice?

1 tablespoon of arborio rice (risotto rice) is 0.06 US cups. 2 tablespoons of arborio rice is 0.13 US cups. 1/2 tablespoon of arborio rice is 0.03 US cups. Use the converter below for any amount.

  • These figures use the US cup (240 ml). A metric cup is slightly larger at 250 ml, so it holds a little more. Use the metric cup converter →
  • Cup sizes are not standard worldwide, so the same cup of an ingredient can weigh more or less depending on the country. What is a cup measurement →
  • A tablespoon here is the 15 ml metric standard, about 16.67 to a metric cup, the same size as a UK tablespoon. A US tablespoon is smaller at 14.79 ml, so US cooks measuring with US spoons need slightly more. An Australian tablespoon is larger at 20 ml, so it holds about a third more. When tablespoon size matters →
  • A little over or under won't ruin the bake, though it can nudge the final taste or colour.

Arborio is a short-grain Italian rice with a high starch content that gives risotto and rice pudding their creamy texture. One metric cup (250 ml) of uncooked arborio rice weighs 220 g (7.76 oz). Use this converter when a recipe calls for cups and you want to weigh the rice, or when scaling a risotto or dessert up or down.

Arborio's fat, round grains pack more densely in a cup than long-grain rice, so the same cup holds more grams than you might expect from other rice varieties. Weighing in grams removes that variation and gives you a consistent starch level every time.

Also known as

  • risotto rice
  • Italian rice
  • short-grain risotto rice

Long-grain variety used for everyday cooking and baking. See our White Rice converter.

Wholegrain rice with more fibre and a nuttier flavour. See our Brown Rice converter.

Aromatic long-grain rice with a light, fluffy texture. See our Basmati Rice converter.

Fragrant Thai long-grain rice with a soft texture. See our Jasmine Rice converter.

Short-grain Japanese rice with high starch content, close to arborio. See our Sushi Rice converter.

Out of arborio rice? See arborio rice substitutes →

No measuring cups? The tool below gets you close. For consistent results, grab a measuring cup set.

Arborio Rice Measurement Converter

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Common Arborio Rice Conversions

Here are the most common arborio rice conversions from tablespoons to cups (US).

TablespoonsCups (US)
1 tbsp0.06 cups (US)
2 tbsp0.13 cups (US)
3 tbsp0.19 cups (US)
4 tbsp0.25 cups (US)
6 tbsp0.38 cups (US)
8 tbsp0.5 cups (US)
10 tbsp0.63 cups (US)
12 tbsp0.75 cups (US)
16 tbsp1 cup (US)

Arborio Rice Conversion Chart

The conversion chart below gives a quick reference for converting arborio rice from Tablespoon to Cup (US) and other measurements.

tbspcup(US)cupgramsouncestsp
1 tbsp0.06 cup (US)0.06 cup13.2 g0.47 oz3 tsp
2 tbsp0.13 cup (US)0.12 cup26.4 g0.93 oz6 tsp
3 tbsp0.19 cup (US)0.18 cup39.6 g1.4 oz9 tsp
4 tbsp0.25 cup (US)0.24 cup52.8 g1.86 oz12 tsp

Frequently Asked Questions

How many US cups is 1 tablespoon of arborio rice?
1 tablespoon of arborio rice is 0.06 US cups. The ratio is fixed, so 2 tablespoons of arborio rice is 0.13 US cups and 0.5 tablespoons is 0.03 US cups. Use the converter above for any quantity, or check the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts at a glance. Open the arborio rice converter
How many US cups is 1.5 tablespoons of arborio rice?
1.5 tablespoons of arborio rice is 0.09 US cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of arborio rice is 0.06 US cups and 2 tablespoons is 0.13 US cups. Type any other amount into the converter above for the exact figure, or use the chart below for the common ones.
How many US cups is 2 tablespoons of arborio rice?
2 tablespoons of arborio rice is 0.13 US cups. Conversions scale in a straight line, so halving or doubling a recipe keeps the same ratio. 1 tablespoon of arborio rice is 0.06 US cups, and you can multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs. Enter any amount in the converter above for an exact US cups reading.
How many tablespoons of arborio rice is 0.06 US cups?
0.06 US cups of arborio rice is 0.96 tablespoons. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between US cups and tablespoons without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists tablespoons but you would rather weigh or measure in US cups. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.
How many US cups is 1 tablespoon of risotto rice?
Risotto rice is another name for arborio rice, so 1 tablespoon of risotto rice is 0.06 US cups, exactly the same as arborio rice. The figure does not change with the name: 2 tablespoons is 0.13 US cups and 0.5 tablespoons is 0.03 US cups. Use the converter above for any quantity, or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts.
How many US cups is 1/2 tablespoon of arborio rice?
1/2 tablespoon of arborio rice is 0.03 US cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 tablespoon of arborio rice is 0.06 US cups and 2 tablespoons is 0.13 US cups. Half measures come up often when scaling a recipe down, and the figure divides cleanly. Use the converter above for any other amount, or the chart below for the common ones.

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