While you are aiming to lose weight, consider adding the following types of food into your overall nutrition plan:
Fruits and Vegetables: Which is high in fiber and low calorie foods that make you feel satisfied, e.g. leafy greens, berries, apples, carrots, etc.
Lean proteins: Foods that have protein source, such as chicken breast, turkey, fish, tofu, and legumes; this will help preserve some muscle mass when you are losing weight.
Whole grains: Filling foods, rich in essential nutrients such as brown rice, quinoa, whole wheat bread, etc.
Healthy fats: Fill you up a bit, you might add one of a few avocado, some nuts, or part of 2-3⁄4 of a tbsp. of olive oil for cooking purposes, and then call it a day.
Low-fat dairy: For protein you can also add in some Greek yogurt or low-fat cottage cheese that will help make you feel satisfied.
Legumes: Beans, lentils (you can make great lentil soup), and chickpeas that are also an excellent protein and fiber source.
Water and herbal teas: Keeping you hydrated also serves to limit hunger and slightly help fire up metabolism with a benefit.
It will also help to pay attention to portion sizes and minimize the use of added sugars or processed foods. Meal composition in balance while increasing activity will aid in your weight loss efforts.