This is the kind of dish you bring out every summer as soon as someone says “bring something over.” No need to cook for hours. Just stack, cover, and let the layers do their job.

In the bowl, colors stack up like strata: tender green lettuce at the very bottom, then the pale yellow of corn, the dark green of peas, and the bright red of halved cherry tomatoes. All covered with an off-white veil of creamy dressing, topped with strands of orange cheddar. The scent is fresh, slightly tangy, with that subtle smoky undertone from the turkey bacon added last. You’ll want to dive in with a spoon immediately.