Preheat the oven to 425°F.
Wash and trim the asparagus, then toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
Spread the asparagus on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 10-12 minutes until tender but still crisp.
While asparagus roasts, pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels to maximize crispiness.
Season both sides of the salmon with salt and pepper.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the salmon fillet skin-side down. Press down gently to ensure even contact.
Cook the salmon for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip and cook the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
While the salmon finishes cooking, mince the garlic and squeeze the lemon juice over the roasted asparagus.
Plate the salmon and roasted asparagus together, then drizzle any remaining lemon juice over the salmon for an extra burst of flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy your nutritious, crispy, and zesty meal.