Preheat the oven to 425°F for roasting the asparagus.
Start by preparing the garlic mashed potatoes: scrub the medium potato clean, cut into chunks, and boil in lightly salted water until very tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Once tender, drain the potato and return to the pot. Add one minced garlic clove (from the two available) and 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Mash until smooth, adding a splash of water or a bit of skim milk if desired for creaminess. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
While the potatoes are boiling, pat dry the 6 oz wild salmon fillet with a paper towel. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the salmon, skin-side down if applicable, and sear for about 3-4 minutes per side until a golden crust forms and the salmon is just cooked through. Remove from the heat.
Prepare the asparagus: place the 5 asparagus spears on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 teaspoon of olive oil, and toss with the remaining minced garlic (or finely sliced if preferred), salt, and pepper. Roast in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until tender but still bright green.
Plate the seared salmon alongside a serving of garlic mashed potatoes and a few roasted asparagus spears. Serve immediately and enjoy your balanced, flavorful dinner.