5. Quinoa
Quinoa is known as being a gluten-free grain. However, it is technically a seed. A single cup of cooked quinoa has about 13 mg of sodium. Similar to brown rice, it is often cooked with a dash of salt. However, you can easily leave this out as quinoa has a nutty flavor all by itself and does not really need the added salt for flavor.
You can add some other spices to it if you wish. Quinoa has a high amount of fiber and protein. Eating a single cup of quinoa will keep you full for a long period of time, which means that you are less likely to snack on other foods that may not be good for you, which can aid in your weight loss attempts. Once again, you can use quinoa in many different recipes or simply add in some healthy vegetables for a complete meal.